Postdoctoral Research Associate, Cellular and Molecular Medicine
Posting Number: req26705
Department: Cellular & Molecular Medicine
Location: Tucson Campus
Address: 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719 USA
Position Highlights
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Hamilton Laboratory within the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine at the University of Arizona. The environment features a world-class group of investigators with vast expertise in cardiovascular and skeletal muscle science. The laboratory is focused broadly on calcium signaling and cardiovascular disease, with the overarching goal of uncovering new molecular mechanisms that can be tractable therapeutic targets to improve heart health.
The lab utilizes multiple techniques to study basic molecular mechanisms of disease from molecules all the way through to organism. This includes molecular biology, biochemistry, primary rodent cell culture, high-resolution confocal microscopy, and in vivo arrhythmia studies.
- Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead a research project in close collaboration with the PI and other lab members.
- Innovate new areas of experimental inquiry.
- Advance technical aspects of experimental approaches and mechanistic understanding of biological problems.
- Mentor junior lab members and contribute to a productive scientific environment.
- Maintain detailed records and disseminate research findings in meetings and as manuscripts in scientific journals.
- Apply for independent funding and contribute to grant proposals submitted by the PI.
- There may be additional duties assigned as it relates to this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work semi-independently on research projects within an area of specialization.
- Thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and the objectives.
- Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection and analysis.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to present research finding on a regular basis to peers within the center and at national and international meetings.
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in a related field, such as biophysics, physiology, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least one first-author publication.
- Experience in single channel/patch clamp electrophysiology, cardiac or skeletal muscle physiology, iPSC technology, calcium signaling, and rodent models of disease.
- 0-2 years postdoctoral experience preferred, although more experienced candidates with desired expertise will be considered.
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: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 2
Contact Information for Candidates
Dr Shanna Hamilton
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 missing 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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