Discipline-Specific Postdoctoral Fellow in Inhalation Toxicology

A postdoctoral position is available in the Systems Toxicology Branch in the Division of Translational Toxicology (DTT) at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. This is a discipline-specific non-laboratory position with a focus on inhalation toxicology which is guided by the Occupational and Inhalation Exposure Program. Projects will include in vitro and in vivo evaluation of environmentally relevant airborne chemicals and may include the implementation of innovative methodologies as well as cellular and molecular tools to better characterize hazards (i.e., respiratory toxicity, neurotoxicity, dermal toxicity, etc.) associated with exposure. In their capacity as project lead, the fellow will design studies that will be conducted in contract laboratories, monitor study progress, analyze results, and report findings in peer reviewed publications and/or scientific reports. The fellow will have extensive interaction with divisional staff in multidisciplinary teams of scientific disciplines such as toxicology, chemistry, pathology, genetic toxicology, informatics, statistics, and molecular biology.

The curriculum will also include a number of specific experiences (such as contractor site visits and interaction with external stakeholders in the regulatory sciences at other government agencies) that fellows are expected to undertake during their tenure. Specifically tailored experiences based on the fellow’s identified career interest will also be provided when applicable. Previous training in inhalation toxicology is desirable but not required. Presentation of ongoing work will be expected with an emphasis on developing skills in communicating science to diverse audiences. The fellow will be encouraged to participate in career development opportunities and engage in leadership activities at NIEHS and relevant societies (e.g., Society of Toxicology). The DTT Fellows Training Program funds postdoctoral fellowships for typically up to three years. Stipends for NIH fellows are determined by the years of previous postdoctoral or other relevant experience completed. Postdoctoral fellows are considered professionals-in-training and are not classified as NIH employees. A healthcare plan is provided that includes both general health and vision care, with premiums covered at no-cost to fellows.

To be eligible for a postdoctoral training fellowship at the DTT, applicants may not possess more than five years of postdoctoral experience and must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in toxicology or an allied science, M.D., D.V.M., or other equivalent professional degree. All applicants receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, age (with statutory exceptions), or any other non-merit factor. Do not include your birth date, photograph, or social security number (SSN) on application materials.

Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, with no discrimination for non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.