Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Translational Neurosciences (Phoenix)

The Laboratory of Manish Jain in the Department of Translational Neurosciences is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to research projects focused on neuroscience, G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), pharmacology and drug discovery. We are looking for a passionate and dynamic researcher with strong expertise in pharmacology, cell signaling and structure biology to advance our research in the above areas.

Ideal candidates should have a PhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Structural Biology, or a related field, along with a strong interest in neuroscience research. For Structural biology, experience in protein purification and Cryo-EM is expected. This position provides the opportunity to produce high-impact publications and an excellent foundation for independent career in both neuroscience and drug discovery. This position is part of a well-funded research program, offering the opportunity to produce high-impact publications and establish a track record in grant-funded research. It provides an excellent foundation for career growth in both neuroscience and drug discovery.

Visa sponsorship is available for this positions.

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. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here .

•  Conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research in neuroscience, biochemistry, and structural biology under the direction of the principal investigator. 
• Develop, design, perform, and analyze experiments.
• Formulate research methods, develop research criteria. 
• Perform scientific data collections, reductions, and analyses involving routine procedures characterized by use of independent judgment.
• Maintain and create various cell lines, cell-based functional assays in a high-throughput manner, mouse experiments and routine lab works including cloning, transfection, electrophoresis. 
• Structure analysis for structural biology protein purification. 
• Participate in data interpretation such as data quality control, variant interpretation and classification.
• Detailed documentation of data.
• Assist with funding applications by generating preliminary data.
• Derive, analyze, and format data for publications, presentations, and grant proposals.
• Present research findings to the lab at department meetings, and at national and international symposiums.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University applications, and preparing progress reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

•  Excellent analytical skills and commitment to scientific excellence and innovation.
• Effective communication, organization and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing statistics analysis and interpretation.
• Ability to conduct research independently and within a team.
• Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.

• PhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Structure biology, or a related field.

• Experience in GPCRs pharmacology.
• Experience in protein structural biology.
• Excellent trouble shooting skills.
• Track record of publishing papers in peer reviewed journals.

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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).