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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Neuroscience, TNS (Multiple) (Phoenix)

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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Neuroscience, TNS (Multiple) (Phoenix)
Posting Number req12982
Department COM Phx Translational Neurosci
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 Translational Neurosciences, a leading basic, translational, and preclinical research laboratory to study brain circuitry function and its role in various paradigms of human disease, is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate.  Projects include understanding the integration of fast and slow neurotransmission pertaining to neurological and neuropsychiatric diseases including mental illness, drug addiction, gut-brain comorbidity, chemobrain, and neuronal injury. Multidisciplinary techniques include in vivo photometric and single unit neurophysiology recording, optogenetics, single cell multi-omics, Fos-trap, neuropharmacology, and computational bioinformatic analysis.

Successful candidates will join a multidisciplinary team within the setting of an outstanding new facility with capabilities in neurophysiology, imaging, behavioral, bioinformatic, and other advanced approaches. The position is part of well-funded research program and will provide the opportunity to produce high impact publications and establish a record of grant award funding. The candidate will be mentored in career development toward independent research and training to become a principal investigator. Enthusiastic applicants with experience in neurobiology, physiology, biochemistry, molecular pharmacology, or multi-omic analyses are encouraged to apply. 
The mission of the Translational Neurosciences Department is to leverage innovative and advanced research approaches to discover the causes of neurological and mental health disorders and translate those insights into new therapies. The Department occupies a brand new 9,000 square foot, $15 million, state of the art research space with many advanced capabilities, and is linked to a newly constructed and well-designed animal research facility. Our goal is to establish national and international impact in basic, translational, and preclinical neuroscience research.

This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Biomedical Campus 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, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; 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 visit https://talent.arizona.edu/.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research in translational neurosciences.
  • Develop, design, and conduct complex research projects.
  • Formulate research methods and develop research criteria.
  • Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University.
  • Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
  • Derive, analyze, and format data for publications, presentations, and grant proposals.
  • Present research findings to the lab at department meetings, and at national and international symposiums.
  • Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
  • Skilled in grant writing and manuscript preparation.
  • Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.
  • Ability to communicate professionally in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications
  • MD, DO, or PhD in related field of study.
  • Track record of publishing research findings.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Established expertise in neurophysiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, DNA/RNAseq data analysis, proteomics, computational bioinformatics, and/or cell and molecular biology.
  • Experience publishing papers in peer reviewed journals.
  • 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: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
    Number of Vacancies 2
    Target Hire Date 2/20/2023
    Expected End Date
    Contact Information for Candidates College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

    HR-PHX@arizona.edu

    Open Date 12/13/2022
    Open Until Filled Yes
    Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
    Special Instructions to Applicant Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

    Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

    Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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