Research associate internal medicine of medicine

Posting Number

req19283

Department

COM Phx Internal Medicine

Department Website Link

College of Medicine-Phoenix

Location

Greater Phoenix Area

Address

475 North 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA

Position Highlights

The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate I to work in the laboratory of Dr. Wondisford at the College of Medicine-Phoenix.

Dr. Wondisford recently joined the College of Medicine-Phoenix to continue biomedical research projects funded by NIH. The laboratory is in the newly renovated Biomedical Science Partnership Building (BSPB) in the downtown of Phoenix along with new equipment and friendly crews.

The primary focus of the research position is to molecular mechanisms of glucose homeostasis and thyroid hormones in metabolic disease such as diabetes and fatty liver disease. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in 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, MD, 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.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Bioscience Core 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!

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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.

• Other additional duties assigned by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Biology Sciences or relevant field of study

Preferred Qualifications

Single cell RNA sequencing; animal procedures; molecular biology skills.

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 - Limited 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

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

Open Date

4/12/2024

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).

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