"Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Multiple Positions)(UPDATED)"

Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Multiple Positions)(UPDATED)

Company:
The University of Arizona

Job Location:
Tucson, Arizona

Category:
Other Science Faculty

Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req23633

Department: Pharmacology and Toxicology

Location: Main Campus

Address: 1295 N. Martin Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

This position has updated from 1 to 2 open positions.

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 successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and receive outstanding training.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 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 desirable.
• Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in neuroscience, Biology 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

Special Instructions to Applicant

If invited to interview, please be prepared to provide three (3) professional references.