Postdoctoral Research Associate (Hypertension), Basic Medical Sciences (College of Medicine-Phoenix)

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Postdoctoral Research Associate (Hypertension), Basic Medical Sciences (College of Medicine-Phoenix)
Posting Number req7548
Department COM Phx Basic Medical Sci
Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix
Location Greater Phoenix Area
Address 425 N. 5th St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Taben Hale in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, investigating the early life causes or long-term consequences of hypertension. Specifically, we investigate the consequences of prenatal exposure to glucocorticoid on the future co-incidence of cardiovascular disease and major depressive disorder. In addition, we investigate the impact of long-standing hypertension on cardiac fibrosis. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded, enthusiastic individual with training in cardiovascular phyisology or behavioral neuroscience. Experience with rodent surgical and behavioral studies, cell culture, knowledge of basic statistics, and experience with bioinformatics tools and analyses are also desirable. The candidate should have experience performing research in a laboratory setting and should have authored peer-reviewed research publications. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, conscientious, able to work independently under direction of the principal investigator, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
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Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Perform independent research experiments under the direction of the principal investigator.
  • Contribute to grant writing, manuscript preparation and participation at scientific conferences.
  • Design and perform experiments, interpret data, and analyze results.
  • Present findings, and prepare and submit manuscripts and research grants.
  • Utilize molecular biology techniques, and perform immunoblotting, RT-PCR, immunohistochemistry.
  • Perform small animal surgery that may include: induction of cardiac injury, implantation radiotelemetric transmitters and/or osmotic mini-pumps.
  • Evaluate cardiac and behavioral function.
  • Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and writing findings.
  • Develop and implement protocols as dictated by experimental results.
  • May supervise laboratory staff and oversee maintenance of hazardous/chemical waste records and disposal as needed.
  • Additional duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in biology or related field of study.
  • Minimum of one to two years of research experience required.
Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques, such as RNA isolation, electrophoresis and qRT-PCR.

• Experience in immunohistochemical and Western Blot methods.

• Cell culture and animal studies.

• Experience with basic statistics.

• Experience with bioinformatics tools and analyses.

• Familiarity with immunological methods such as western blotting, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.
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: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 1/10/2022
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

[email protected]
Open Date 10/27/2021
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 missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.
Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution and a Native American/Alaska Native-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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