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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Basic Medical Sciences (Phoenix)

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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Basic Medical Sciences (Phoenix)
Posting Number req14888
Department COM Phx Basic Medical Sci
Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix
Location Greater Phoenix Area
Address 425 N. 5th St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Shalini Sharma in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded, enthusiastic individual with training in the area of RNA Biology and experience in in vitro and cellular techniques. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has exceptional analytical and communication skills, capacity to work independently, and a strong background in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The applicant should have experience performing research in a laboratory setting and should have authored peer-reviewed research publications. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, conscientious, able to work independently under direction of the principal investigator, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

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, 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
  • Develop, design, and conduct one or more small or moderately complex research projects in line with plan.  Interpret data and analyze results independently under the direction of the principal investigator. Responsible for operation of a specialized research area or lab.
  • Formulate research methods and develop research criteria.
  • Familiarization of research literature, design of daily research experiment.
  • Conduct various research projects related to mechanistic investigations of pre-mRNA splicing. These experiments include, but are not limited to:
    • In vitro splicing assays
    • Isolation and characterization of splicing complexes
    • RNA and protein affinity purification
    • RNA-protein interaction assays using RNA-seq, SPR, and fluorescence polarization
    • Cellular reporter assays for pre-mRNA splicing
    • Cellular editing
  • Present research findings at internal, local and potentially national scientific meetings.
  • Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
  • Oversee day-to-day operation of project and may supervise trainees and support personnel.
  • Assume progressively more autonomous responsibilities for project development and execution with the aim of career maturation towards becoming an independent scientist. 
  • Additional career development opportunities will be tailored to individual’s goals.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
  •  Knowledge of cell culture.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology or related field of study.
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques, such as RNA isolation, electrophoresis and qRT-PCR, plasmid transfection.

• Experience in immunohistochemical and Western Blot methods.

• Experience with basic statistics.

• Experience with bioinformatics tools and analyses.

• Familiarity with immunological methods such as western blotting, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry analysis.

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 1
Target Hire Date 7/10/2023
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

HR-PHX@arizona.edu

Open Date 5/3/2023
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 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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