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Postdoctoral Research Associate I-II, Department of Internal Medicine (College of Medicine - PHX)

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Postdoctoral Research Associate I-II, Department of Internal Medicine (College of Medicine - PHX)
Phoenix, AZ, United States
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Postdoctoral Research Associate I-II, Department of Internal Medicine (College of Medicine - PHX)
Posting Number req14131
Department COM Phx Internal Medicine
Department Website Link Visit the Department
Location Greater Phoenix Area
Address 475 N. 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix seeks two Postdoc I or II in the laboratory of Zhiyu Dai. The primary focus of the research position is to study lung vascular biology and pulmonary vascular diseases including pulmonary hypertension.
The ideal candidate will have a solid background in molecular biology with a strong publication record. Prior experience in either metabolism, epigenetics, bioinformatics, or CRISPR will be preferred. Candidates must have (or expect to receive) a PhD, 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.
This position is eligible for Visa Sponsorship
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
  • Perform independent research experiments under the direction of the principal investigator
    - Perform echocardiography, RVSP measurement on the research mice and rats
    - Maintain mouse and rat clonies.
    - Perform tissue/cell culture, molecular biology related experiments
  • Participate in the acquisition of research funding by initiating and writing grant proposals.
  • 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 laboratory management including:
    -Maintain and service laboratory equipment
    -Laboratory purchasing and budgeting
    -Manage biosafety requirements
    -Organize laboratory and implement procedures
    -Coordinate with building/facilities management, gas delivery, and other key research infrastructure
  • Supervise laboratory staff
    -Train graduate students, undergraduate interns, and other staff
    -Regularly meet with laboratory trainees
    -Set SOPs for the laboratory
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD or MD/PhD in Biology, Biological Sciences or related field of study.
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 NIH rates for Postdoctoral Scholars
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 3
Target Hire Date 7/24/2023
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates hr-phx@arizona.edu
Open Date 3/23/2023
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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 a 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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