• Pharmacokinetic/Pharmacodynamic Data Analyst

    Colorado State University (Fort Collins, CO)


    Position Information

    Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

     

    Employment CategoryTemporary

     

    Is this an Hourly position?Yes

     

    Work Hours/Week0-40

     

    Overtime Eligible?Yes

     

    Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

     

    Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No

     

    Description of Work Unit

     

    The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.

     

    Search Contact [email protected]

    Position Summary

    This position is for an individual to carry out mathematical and statistical modeling of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data of anticancer drugs in tumor models as well as in cancer patients. This will involve working with data sets generated in Dr. Gustafson’s laboratory as well as data available from the scientific literature or other databases.

     

    The individual in this position will have the primary responsibility of curating data sets and defining appropriate mathematical approaches for data analysis and comparison. A primary goal of the Gustafson Laboratory is to identify biomarkers to decrease variability in pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic dose-exposure and dose-response relationships and to predict which patients will most benefit from select drug and drug combinations in cancer therapy. These mathematical modeling exercises will specifically address these questions.

     

    The computational nature of this position means that the primary duties will involve data input and the writing and implementation of algorithms written in R, Python, MatLab or other appropriate software packages.

    Position Minimum Qualifications

    + BS/BA in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or equivalent.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience in R, Python and MatLab.

    + Interest in mathematical modeling of biological systems “Big Data” analysis.

     

    Posting Details

     

    Working TitlePharmacokinetic/Pharmacodynamic Data Analyst

     

    Posting Number202500245T

     

    DepartmentClinical Sciences

     

    Salary Range$22.50/hr

    Employee Benefits

    Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

     

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    Close Date05/05/2025

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

     

    References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

    Background Check Policy Statement

    Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

    EEO

    Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

     

    Essential Job Duties

     

    Job Duty CategoryData Analysis

    Duty/Responsibility

    + Curating data sets and defining appropriate mathematical approaches for data analysis and comparison.

    + Data presentation and output analysis.

    + Data input and the writing and implementation of algorithms written in R, Python, MatLab or other appropriate software packages.

     

    Percentage Of Time50

     

    Job Duty CategoryPharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics Modeling

    Duty/Responsibility

    + Mathematical and statistical modeling of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data of anticancer drugs in tumor models as well as in cancer patients.

     

    Percentage Of Time50

     

    References

     

    Minimum References Required3

     

    Maximum References Required3

     

    Documents Needed To Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

     

    Optional Documents