Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Biomedical Engineering, Tardiff Lab) (Multiple Positions)
Posting Number: req12166
Department: Biomedical Engineering
Location: Main Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
1-2 Postdoctoral Research Associate positions are currently available in the laboratory of Dr. Jil Tardiff at the University of Arizona, Dept of Biomedical Engineering. Current work in the lab is broad-based and highly translational, utilizing a wide range of methodologies from the Regulated in vitro motility assay, TR-FRET, Stopped-flow kinetics to the generation of cardiac-specific transgenic mouse models and RNA-Seq/Proteomics to study the pathogenesis of thin filament cardiomyopathies (HCM and DCM). We also have an active collaboration with the Steve Schwartz group to develop computational models of thin filament dynamics as an in silico, high resolution"lab" to study early biophysical changes in myofilament activation.
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
- Perform experiments at a post-doctoral level under the
direction of the supervisor. - Conduct independent data generation and
statistical analysis, prepare manuscripts for publication. - Document experimental findings in an appropriate manner to
protect intellectual property. - Shared supervisory responsibility for research
technical staff including graduate and undergraduate students. - Present talks, posters and research findings at
national and international conferences. - Additional duties may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic skills of molecular biology and protein purification.
- Interest in human cardiomyopathies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related field required upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Some experience with fluroscence spectroscopy, FRET, measurements of Ca2+ homeostasis / signaling. RNA-Seq/Proteomics, mouse models of cardiomyopathy, iPSC-CMs, isolated myofibrils. Note that any of these are sufficient.
- Basic understanding of muscle biology, preferably direct experience with primary muscle based experimental approaches.
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: $53,760-$60,000 DOE
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
Jil Tardiff, MD, PhD
jtardiff@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please upload two letters of recommendation into the "Additional Documents" tabs.
Diversity Statement
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