"Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Internal Medicine (Phoenix)"

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Internal Medicine (Phoenix)

Company: The University of Arizona

Job Location: Tucson, Arizona 85724

Category: Medical Research

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: req24455

Department: COM Phx Internal Medicine

Location: Greater Phoenix Area

Address: 475 N. 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA

Position Highlights

We are seeking multiple highly motivated candidates for full-time positions as Postdoctoral Research Associates. This candidate will study the interactions of the skeletal and immune systems with special attention to bone marrow inflammation, hematopoietic cell egress and differentiation and the involvement of skin and joint inflammation in chronic autoimmunity. Strong molecular biology and cellular immunology training is essential for this position; background in bone biology would be advantageous but training will be provided. The successful postdoctoral applicants are expected to be able to work independently and be productive and collaborative with other team members. The postdoctoral candidates will benefit from the interaction with the diverse and interdisciplinary environment at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, design and conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research involving the use of mouse models, human tissue and blood samples.
• Use biochemical, cellular, molecular, and pharmacological approaches to for mechanistic studies.
• Use cutting-edge technologies for transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic studies.
• Complete the assigned work in time.
• Complete complex research projects at different stages (advanced through nearly completed).
• Formulate, troubleshoot and optimize research methods and techniques as needed.
• Independently reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques currently used.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments.
• Analyze data and present results in the weekly laboratory meetings.
• Attend seminars and scientific conferences when available.
• Prepare and revise manuscripts for publication.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
• Perform literature regularly and bring new ideas to the projects.
• Work collaboratively with team members in the lab, and with scientific investigators within and outside of the University of Arizona.
• Be willing to help each other.
• Ensure regulatory compliance of research activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of scRNA-sequencing, proteomics, bioinformatics, confocal microscopy.
• In vivo animal studies will be preferred but not essential.
• Skills in molecular and cellular biology, immunology, and animal studies are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in biology or relevant areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record of creativity and established track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 4

Contact Information for Candidates

Talent Acquisition, Office of Human Resources
talent@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).