Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Internal Medicine (College of Medicine - Phoenix)

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Phoenix

550 East Van Buren Street (Show on map)

Nov 18, 2024

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Internal Medicine (College of Medicine - Phoenix)
Posting Number	req19878
Department	COM Phx Internal Medicine
Department Website Link	College of Medicine-Phoenix
Location	Greater Phoenix Area
Address	475 N. 5th St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights	The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate I. The primary focus of the research position is to study pulmonary vascular biology including hepatopulmonary syndrome, pulmonary hypertension, particularly related to the presence of chronic liver disease. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in molecular biology and/or mouse genetics with a strong publication record. Prior experience in either rodent models of human diseases, rodent surgeries, metabolism, epigenetics, immunology, pulmonology, cardiovascular biology, or bioinformatics will be preferred. Candidates must have (or expect to receive) a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree, and be self-motivated. The candidates are expected to carry out the projects independently with minimal supervision, including designing experiments, formulating new ideas related to the projects, executing experiments proficiently and timely, and analyzing data professionally. The scientists are expected to handle multiple projects, to write scientific papers and reviews, and to present work in scientific conferences. The scientists are expected to work with students and technicians including assay development, problem solving, interpreting results and planning follow-up experiments. The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Bioscience Core in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus embodies the University's priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix. 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! 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	Lead projects utilizing in vivo and in vitro systems: Perform independent research experiments under the direction of senior researchers or principal investigators. Conduct research using rodent disease models including animal procedures and surgeries upon trainings. Design and perform tissue/cell cultures, and molecular biology related experiments to elucidate molecular mechanisms underlying the disease conditions Maintain rodent colonies and monitor/care animals during the study periods ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Collect experimental samples/data and record experimental data meticulously. Contribute to grant proposals and publications: Participate in the acquisition of research funding by initiating and writing grant proposals/supporting documents. Participate or authors articles in peer-reviewed journals, books or chapter publications. Participate or presents at meetings and conferences. May co-author and may co-present results with principal investigators at meetings or conferences. Contribute to training and laboratory management: Provide training to students and junior researchers. Maintain and service laboratory equipment. Manage and assist with biosafety requirements. Organize laboratory and implement procedures. Additional laboratory duties related to research as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	PhD or MD, MD/PhD in Biology Sciences or relevant field of study.
Preferred Qualifications	* Strong publication record. * Advanced knowledge in hepatology, pulmonology, cardiovascular biology, and/or immunology. * Proficiency in rodent disease models and molecular biology skills. * Strong collaboration skills with interdisciplinary research teams and external collaborators. * Experiences in advanced Single cell RNA sequencing, transcriptomics, and/or bioinformatics
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	1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources HR-PHX@arizona.edu
Open Date	7/1/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant	College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources HR-PHX@arizona.edu
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