"Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Multiple Positions)"

Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Multiple Positions)

Company: The University of Arizona

Job Location: Tucson, 85724

Category: Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: req25185

Department: Pharmacology and Toxicology

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, Pharmacology and Toxicology Department seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate I for Dr. Xinglong Wang's lab. The Wang lab focuses on pathomechanisms of TDP-43 neurotoxicity and micochondrial dysfunction in neurodegeneration.

The ideal candidate should have just completed, or be nearing completion of a PhD in biology or related majors. Peer-reviewed publication record and working experience in molecular biology and cell biology techniques are highly desirable. A background in the field of neuroscience is a plus. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and receive outstanding training.

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!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research projects
• Analyze research results and help determine next steps
• Write manuscripts and progress reports
• Assist in grant and manuscript editing and writing
• Assist in routine laboratory management and maintaining lab equipment

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience or related field

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: 2

Contact Information for Candidates

Xinglong Wang | xlwang@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

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