Postdoctoral Research Associate I

The University of Arizona, United States

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Location: Tucson, ARIZONA
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Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Posting Number req18789
Department Chemistry & Biochemistry - Sci
Department Website Link https://cbc.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

The Taylor Research Group in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Arizona has an immediate opening for a motivated and enthusiastic postdoctoral research associate in the areas of chemical biology and organic chemistry. We are seeking candidates who are interested in developing new photochemical approaches for protein ligation and their application in probing cellular processes and chemical proteomics.

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
  • The successful applicants will have the following duties and responsibilities:
  • The design, performance and analysis of experiments related to project goals, which will include on or more of the following: the design, synthesis, and assessment of small-molecule organic probes, the design and implementation of new reactions for covalent biomolecular labeling, and applications towards intracellular labeling and proteomic workflows.
  • The mastering of the relevant chemical biology primary literature.
  • The presentation of results in group meetings, the reviewing and writing of grant proposals.
  • The dissemination of project outcomes via the publication of results in peer-reviewed journals and the presentation of results at conferences.
  • Mentorship of junior researchers in the laboratory environment, including project management as well as the instruction of junior members in best laboratory practices. 
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, or related field upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in any of the following areas: organic synthesis & synthetic methods development, organic photochemistry, proteomics/chemical proteomics, molecular biology, or biochemistry.
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 $56,484 + 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 1
Target Hire Date 2/5/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Michael Taylor
[email protected]
Open Date 1/19/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant Please attach 3 concise pages of research summary within the additional document slot.
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 a Hispanic-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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