Lauren Walker Selected for the Janssen Scholars of Oncology Diversity Engagement Program

Dr. Lauren Walker, an ETOX alumna currently working as a postdoctoral fellow at Rutgers University, has been selected into the Janssen Scholars of Oncology Diversity Engagement Program as part of its inaugural 2022 cohort of mentored individuals.  This mentorship program works to connect exceptional, diverse students and postdoctoral researchers with professional R&D scientists and leaders at Janssen, one of the Johnson & Johnson pharmaceutical companies.  More information can be found here and here.  Our congratulations to Lauren for this appointment.  

Postdoctoral position in Yang Liu's Lab at Yale

ETOX alumnus Dr. Yang Liu has recently been appointed as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology in the School of Medicine at Yale University.  He is seeking one or two motivated postdoctoral associates to work on spatial omics technique development and applications to pathological disease.

Liu's newly established lab will be focusing on the development of spatial-based omics techniques (transcriptome, proteome, epigenome, etc.) and the application of techniques to study tumor microenvironments, neurological disease, and microbiome. The successful candidate will be working on cutting-edge biotechnique development and collaboration with pathological groups to understand disease at different omics levels. For more information, please visit the website: https://www.yangliulab.org/

The candidate is expected to be trained in one of the fields including, bioanalytical chemistry, molecular and cell biology, cancer biology, immunology, biomedical engineering, genetics, or a related field. Interested candidates can email the curriculum vitae and cover letter summarizing your qualification and a short description of research interests together with the names and addresses of three references to: yang.liu.yl2224@yale.edu.

The position is immediately available, and the selected candidate can start ASAP.

Coolants in eCigarettes Identified as Potential Health Risks

The research on coolants in electronic cigarettes conducted by Dr. Ester Omaiye, a recent ETOX graduate, ETOX faculty member Prue Talbot and collaborators has recently been published the journal Chemical Research in Toxicology, and highlighted in UCR News.  In their research, the investigators examined 16 disposable Puff-type of devices to identify their components, including 126 flavor chemicals, synthetic coolants, and nicotine concentrations. As indicated in the news release, "synthetic cooling agents, like WS-23, provide a cooling sensation".  Among other things, their research showed that “...the concentrations of WS-23 used in Puff ECs are high enough to produce adverse health effects with chronic use”.  Our congratulations to Ester and Prue for this recognition of their work.  

Environmental Toxicologist Positions at the California State Water Board

Our thanks to ETOX alumnus Scott Coffin who forwarded the message below. 

Environmental Toxicology position at the California State Water Resources Control Board

Are you interested in a dynamic and challenging position in environmental toxicology that will make an impact on California’s surface water quality?Apply now to join a dynamic team at the State Water Resources Control Board based in Sacramento with a thriving and supportive organizational culture that encourages and fosters staff growth and development. This position may be full time remote, hybrid, or in person based on the candidate’s preference.

 

This Environmental Scientist position in the Surface Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP) will serve as the subject matter expert forenvironmental toxicology and the fate and transport of contaminants in the environment. The position would serve as the coordinator for the SWAMP Toxicology and Contaminants Program and as the toxicology data manager. Primary responsibilities include providing guidance to select appropriate methodologies and quality assurance practices for monitoring projects to support Water Board decision-making, responding to inquiries and facilitating communication between the toxicology lab and program staff, verifying toxicological monitoring results, and loading data to the appropriate database/portal. Training will be provided on program requirements and protocols.

We are seeking applicants with education, training, and/or experience in environmental toxicology and/or environmental science that can be applied to serve as a technical resource and coordinator for environmental toxicology in SWAMP and other programs at the Water Boards.

 

Pay Range: $4,145 – $7,926 per month 

Final filing date: August 15, 2022

Visit the link below to learn more about the position and how to apply.

https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=314366

 

 

Please note: Applications are only accepted through our Calcareers website. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to das-talentacquisition@waterboards.ca.gov. 

  

Sheron Hakopian spotlighted on UCR's Instagram Page

ETOX graduate student Sheron Hakopian who works with Professor Russ Hille, was recently spotlighted on UCR's Instagram account.  Above is a screenshot of the post.   

Available Positions in the New Chemicals Program at the EPA

The New Chemicals Program at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is to hire toxicologists, biologists and chemists at various levels.  More information can be found at the following links. 

Biologist/Toxicologist/Chemist—GS-9 (Recent Graduates, B.S. or higher): www.usajobs.gov/job/664400600

Biologist/Toxicologist/Chemist—GS-11 to -13: www.usajobs.gov/job/663696400

Biologist/Toxicologist/Physical Scientist/Chemist—GS-14: www.usajobs.gov/job/663510100

Our thanks for ETOX alumnus Efrem Neuwirth for passing along the information. 

Scott Coffin Chosen for the 40 Under 40 List at UCR

ETOX alumnus Dr. Scott Coffin was selected to be in the inaugural list of remarkable alumni under the age of 40 complied by UCR.  As described in the UCR Magazine, "The 40 Under 40 initiative is a celebration of how UCR’s top-ranking education has given rise to a community of Highlander alumni with exceptional career success, well-deserved accolades, and extraordinary achievements".  Scott is a Research Scientist at the California State Water Resources Control Board and is actively involved in helping the state develop drinking water regulations for microplastics.  His brief 40 under 40 bio can be found here.  He was also featured on UCR's Instagram post as shown above.  Our congratulations to Scott for this nice recognition.