university of arizonaPhoenix, AZ
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Basic Medical Sciences (Phoenix)
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Basic Medical Sciences (Phoenix)
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Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)Postdoctoral Research Associate A full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the multidisciplinary cardiovascular research laboratory of Dr. Chiamvimonvat in the Department Basic Medical Sciences at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. The candidate should have experience performing research in a laboratory setting and should have authored peer-reviewed research publications. Applicants should be detail-oriented, conscientious, able to work independently as well as in a team 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. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform independent multi-disciplinary research experiments under the direction of the principal investigator, Dr. Chiamvimonvat.
- Develop, design, and conduct complex research projects.
- Perform scientific data collections, reductions, and analyses involving routine procedures characterized by use of independent judgment.
- Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University.
- Utilize molecular biology, biochemical techniques and high resolution imaging, Perform in vitro functional analyses including patch-clamp and calcium measurements.
- Perform small animal surgery and in vivo phenotyping analyses.
- Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and writing findings.
- Present results at laboratory meetings and conferences.
- Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
- Develop and implement protocols as dictated by experimental results.
- May assist with supervision of laboratory staff.
- Oversee maintenance of hazardous/chemical waste records and disposal as needed.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
- A strong team player.
- Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
- Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.
- Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
- Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.
Minimum Qualifications:
PhD or MD, PhD degree in cardiovascular biology, molecular biology, or related field of study.
Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise with multicolor flow cytometry.
Experience with basic molecular biology and biochemical techniques, such as RNA isolation, electrophoresis, western blot analyses, and qRT-PCR.Expertise with immunofluorescence high resolution imaging and live-cell imaging.
Experience with preclinical models of cardiovascular diseases.
Experience with bioinformatics tools and analyses.
FLSA:
ExemptFull Time/Part Time: Full TimeNumber of Hours Worked per Week: 40 Job FTE: 1.0Work 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: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies: 4Contact Information for Candidates: Talent Acquisition, Office of Human Resources talent@arizona.eduOpen Date: 1/22/2026 Open Until Filled: YesDocuments 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. Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).
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Phoenix, AZ
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Molecular and Cellular Biologists
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