Chougule Research Laboratory. University of Mississippi

11/26/2017

Selfietime with the team: Every once in a while we meet and have fun outside lab. This is one such moment.

11/23/2017

Looking for PhD students to join our Translational Drug and Gene Delivery Research lab:

We are looking for dynamic and highly motivated PhD students to join our the Translational Drug and Gene Delivery Research group, Department of Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Mississippi’s School of Pharmacy. The Master degree in biomedical/pharmaceutical sciences with Industrial or research institute experience candidates will be prefered.
The mission of the Translational Drug and Gene Delivery Research laboratory is to understand the drug and gene delivery approaches for the targeted delivery of drugs, proteins, siRNA (small interfering RNA) and miRNA (micro RNA) relevant to human disease. The goal of the research group is to develop cutting-edge drug and gene delivery systems to drive novel delivery systems, discovery, bioengineering, and pharmacology based research findings for the treatment of cancer, pulmonary disorders, and other human diseases. Examples of research focus areas are given below:
1. Targeted Drug and Gene delivery systems for the treatment of cancer
2. Bio-inspired drug/siRNA/protein based delivery systems for pulmonary disorder
3. Bio-stimuli responsive Targeted combination therapies for cancer
4. Polymeric nanoparticles for the treatment of lung cancer
5. Nanocarrier mediated targeting of miRNA for pulmonary disorder

Founded in 1848, The University of Mississippi is the flagship university for the state of Mississippi. A world-class public research university, the institution has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics, and innovative research. The School of Pharmacy nationally ranked 7th in an extramural funding and 24th among the Schools of Pharmacy. The School of Pharmacy is on the main campus in Oxford, a beautiful and charming community that has been recognized nationally as one of America’s best places to live. The Chronicle of Higher Education has named the University of Mississippi as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For” for five consecutive years. Please refer the lab website (http://pharmacy.olemiss.edu/transdgdr/members/) for further information and apply to our Ph.D. program directly through graduate school website.

09/15/2017

Check out our latest review article on emerging non-invasive techniques to investigate tablet physico-mechanical properties, in International Journal of Pharmaceutics (Elsevier). It is accessible for free download until November 4, 2017. Hurry!

03/10/2016

Job Opportunity for Postdoc Research Fellow

We are looking for a talented Postdoc Research Fellow to join our preclinical cancer therapeutics and siRNA/drug delivery research team at the University of Hawaii at Hilo College of Pharmacy. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow would be responsible for design, development, and evaluation of combination based cancer therapies and drug and gene delivery systems. He/she will be responsible for an application of various molecular biology techniques such as cell/tissue-based assays, RT-PCR, Flow Cytometry, Confocal and Fluorescence Microscopy, Western Blotting, in vivo tumor models, pharmacokinetics, Immunohistochemistry, etc. to evaluate anticancer effect of combination therapies and nanoparticles. The combination therapies and siRNA/drug loaded nano-delivery systems will be evaluated for the treatment of lung cancer and pulmonary disorders.
Our laboratory’s focus is in the development and assessment of combination therapies and targeted siRNA/drugs delivery systems based on nanotechnology for the treatment of cancer or pulmonary disorders by utilizing multi-disciplinary sciences and techniques with the emphasis on molecular biology and preclinical studies.

Candidate Requirements: The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in the field of science/ pharmaceutical science/bioengineering/biotechnology and a minimum of 5-6 years of experience in preclinical combination cancer therapeutics and drug/siRNA drug delivery systems. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and self-directed, with good communication and problem-solving skills. A strong background in preclinical cancer therapeutics and drug delivery systems including various in vitro and in vivo techniques with good experimental, writing skills and excellent publication record is crucial. He or she will be responsible for providing expertise in the design, implementation, and analysis of research projects. Additional responsibilities include performing experiments to generate data to support newer projects, writing grant applications and manuscripts for peer review as well as presenting research results at national and international meetings. Candidate should have a strong track record of peer-reviewed publications and grant writing experience. The candidate with a professional degree or post-Ph.D experiences from the well-reputed institutes or North American University will be preferred for this position. The fellow candidate should be highly motivated, and capable of working as a team with good interpersonal skills. Refer to the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences http://pharmacy.uhh.hawaii.edu/cop/psc/mahavir.php for additional information about Dr. Chougule’s research program.

Our laboratory provides strong support for the development of independent research projects and extensive research experience. Interested applicants are invited to send detailed CV (publications with journal impact factor and citations, and role in papers if not a first author), statement of future research interests, a brief description of short and long term objectives, the names and contact information of three references. Application screening will start after 2-6 weeks and we will contact the top candidates based on eligibility criteria. Applicants must have a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.

Dr. Mahavir B. Chougule
Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Associate Member, University of Hawaii Cancer Center.
The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy,
The University of Hawaii at Hilo
200 W. Kawili St., Hilo, HI, 96720, USA.
Phone: +1-(808) 981-8002
Fax : + 1 – (808)-981-4520
Email: [email protected]

Website: http://pharmacy.uhh.hawaii.edu/cop/psc/mahavir.php

Job Title: Postdoc Research Fellow –Preclinical Cancer Therapeutics and Drug and Gene Delivery
Employer: University of Hawaii at Hilo, The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy
Supervisor Dr. Mahavir B Chougule
Location: Hilo, Hawaii, 96720, USA
Date: Position open- Until Filled

Contact the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy (808) 933-2909 (808) 933-2974 [email protected] Mail:The Daniel K. Inouye College of PharmacyUniversity of Hawaii at Hilo200 W. Kawili St.Hilo, HI 96720-4091Location:722 South Aʻohoku Street