University of Arizona · 1 month ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Internal Medicine (Phoenix)
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of Arizona is seeking multiple highly motivated candidates for full-time positions as Postdoctoral Research Associates. The role involves studying the interactions of the skeletal and immune systems with a focus on bone marrow inflammation and chronic autoimmunity, requiring strong molecular biology and cellular immunology training.
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Responsibilities
Plan, design and conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research involving the use of mouse models, human tissue and blood samples
Use biochemical, cellular, molecular, and pharmacological approaches to for mechanistic studies
Use cutting-edge technologies for transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic studies
Complete the assigned work in time
Complete complex research projects at different stages (advanced through nearly completed)
Formulate, troubleshoot and optimize research methods and techniques as needed
Independently reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques currently used
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments
Analyze data and present results in the weekly laboratory meetings
Attend seminars and scientific conferences when available
Prepare and revise manuscripts for publication
Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports
Perform literature regularly and bring new ideas to the projects
Work collaboratively with team members in the lab, and with scientific investigators within and outside of the University of Arizona
Be willing to help each other
Ensure regulatory compliance of research activities
Qualification
Required
Strong molecular biology and cellular immunology training is essential for this position
PhD in biology or relevant areas
Skills in molecular and cellular biology, immunology, and animal studies are required
Excellent written and verbal communication
Plan, design and conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research involving the use of mouse models, human tissue and blood samples
Use biochemical, cellular, molecular, and pharmacological approaches for mechanistic studies
Use cutting-edge technologies for transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic studies
Complete the assigned work in time
Complete complex research projects at different stages (advanced through nearly completed)
Formulate, troubleshoot and optimize research methods and techniques as needed
Independently reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques currently used
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments
Analyze data and present results in the weekly laboratory meetings
Attend seminars and scientific conferences when available
Prepare and revise manuscripts for publication
Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports
Perform literature regularly and bring new ideas to the projects
Work collaboratively with team members in the lab, and with scientific investigators within and outside of the University of Arizona
Be willing to help each other
Ensure regulatory compliance of research activities
Preferred
Background in bone biology would be advantageous but training will be provided
In vivo animal studies will be preferred but not essential
Proven track record of creativity and established track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Holidays
U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
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Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
Founded in 1885
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
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2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
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