Posting Number: req27571
Department: UAHS Brain Science
Location: Tucson Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Center for Innovation in Brain Science is seeking a Research Scientist III to conduct laboratory research in support of projects focused on brain aging, Alzheimer's disease, and related neurodegenerative disorders. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on research experience in neuroscience, molecular and cell biology, and/or endocrinology, with demonstrated expertise in experimental techniques and data analysis. The position requires the ability to independently perform assigned experiments, collaborate effectively with the research team, and coordinate multiple experimental activities to meet project objectives and timelines.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
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: $59,404 - $74,254
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
8
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level
PC3
Job Family
Researchers & Scientists
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Gloria Bloomer I gbloomer@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
Add a writing sample as a separate document to the applicant materials.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
Department: UAHS Brain Science
Location: Tucson Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Center for Innovation in Brain Science is seeking a Research Scientist III to conduct laboratory research in support of projects focused on brain aging, Alzheimer's disease, and related neurodegenerative disorders. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on research experience in neuroscience, molecular and cell biology, and/or endocrinology, with demonstrated expertise in experimental techniques and data analysis. The position requires the ability to independently perform assigned experiments, collaborate effectively with the research team, and coordinate multiple experimental activities to meet project objectives and timelines.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; 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 click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct laboratory experiments in support of established research projects, following approved experimental designs, protocols, and project timelines.
- Perform and optimize a broad range of molecular, cellular, and biochemical assays in rodent and cell models, including but not limited to immunohistochemistry, immuniocytochemistry, confocal imaging, flow cytometry, RNA/DNA extraction, qPCR, ELISA and Western blotting.
- Participate in securing research funding, including grant proposals. May co-author and may co-present results with principal investigators at meetings or conferences.
- Establish and maintain primary cell cultures, including cell isolation, maintenance, transfection, and the performance of cellular assays.
- Perform in vivo experiments in mice and rats, including animal handling, compound administration, tissue and blood collection, and basic surgical procedures.
- Formulate research methods and develops research criteria.
- Troubleshoot experimental procedures, optimize existing protocols, and assist in implementing new experimental techniques and standard operating procedures (SOPS).
- Develop, design, and conduct one or more moderately complex research projects in line with specific grant aims and objectives.
- Prepare experimental results, figures, technical reports, and data summaries for laboratory meetings, progress reports, manuscripts, and grant-related reporting.
- Work collaboratively with other members and laboratories in CIBS.
- Provide input on program development and processes.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
- Five (5) years' of relevant work experience.
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: $59,404 - $74,254
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
8
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level
PC3
Job Family
Researchers & Scientists
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Gloria Bloomer I gbloomer@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
Add a writing sample as a separate document to the applicant materials.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.