Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Pediatrics (College of Medicine) (Phoenix, AZ)

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Phoenix

550 East Van Buren Street (Show on map)

Nov 26, 2024

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Pediatrics (College of Medicine) (Phoenix, AZ)
Posting Number	req20584
Department	Pediatrics
Department Website Link	Visit our Website
Location	Greater Phoenix Area
Address	Phoenix, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The Radovick Lab at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix has an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to study the role of the hypothalamus in regulating reproductive hormone secretion. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and co-author publications. The effects of sex steroids and neural proteins on brain circuits controlling puberty and fertility are a key focus. Research is conducted in mouse models, addressing the interaction of hormones and neuropeptides in coordinating the brain's regulation of puberty and reproduction. Lab techniques include a combination of in vivo animal work and bench work. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. 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	Conduct research in mouse models, addressing the interaction of hormones and neuropeptides in coordinating the brain's regulation of puberty and reproduction. Independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats. Grant writing and manuscript preparation. Participate at scientific conferences and present findings. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation. Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing. Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings. Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation. Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.
Minimum Qualifications	PhD in neuroscience, molecular biology, physiology, endocrinology, or reproduction or related field of study. Proven record of productive research as a graduate student or early-level postdoc.
Preferred Qualifications
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	DOE, per NIH salary guidelines
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	9/13/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
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