Postdoctoral Research Associate I

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Location: Tucson, ARIZONA
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Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Posting Number req19109
Department Cellular & Molecular Medicine
Department Website Link https://cmm.arizona.edu/
Location University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address 1656 East Mabel Street, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights

The Granzier Lab is seeking highly motivated candidate for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate I position in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine. Dr. Henk Granzier’s NIH funded lab focuses on studying the structure and function of titin and nebulin. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with excellent analytical and communication skills who has an interest in using techniques ranging from single muscle fiber mechanics, ultrastructure, RNAseq, in vitro motility, X-ray diffraction, cell physiology, muscle mechanics, and whole heart physiology. The incumbent will possess the drive required to work independently, collaboratively, and publish findings.

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
  • 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.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in a related field, such as physiology, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, mechanics, physiology, biomechanics, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in single fiber mechanics.
  • Experience working with megadalton size proteins.
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 $56,880
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 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Henk Granzier | [email protected]
Open Date 3/19/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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