Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Tucson, United States - University of Arizona

University of Arizona

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Tucson, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Posting Number
- req19332
Department

Pharmacology
Department Website LinkLocation*
University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

- _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.

Duties & Responsibilities

Develop, plan, design, and conduct research. Review progress and evaluates results. Coordinate laboratory work including lab equipment management.
Formulate research methods. Develop or collaborate in the development of new techniques, methods, and equipment.
Contribute to ensuring regulatory compliance of the research program by coordinating with granting agencies and regulators as required by research program.
Design and perform experiments, interpret data, and analyze results.
Present findings and prepare and submit manuscripts and research grants.
Present talks, posters and research findings at national and international conferences.
Attend regular group meetings; manage, maintain, and order laboratory equipment and supplies; and respond to administrative request and procedures.
Generate new ideas and projects for development.
Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and writing findings.

Minimum Qualifications

The applicant must have a PhD in Neuroscience or related field of study and zero to four years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong background in neuroscience and demonstrated productivity.
Previous experience with whole cell patch clamp electrophysiology in dissociated neurons and slices, animal behavior, immunohistochemistry, neural imaging is an asset.
Adept at computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and a familiarity with statistical and graphing programs (such as Prism,Matlab, Adobe Photoshop, etc.)
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
DOE
Compensation Type

- salary at 1.

0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:

Namebased criminal background check (nonsecurity sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date

Expected End DateOpen Date**- 4/23/2024
Open Until Filled

Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant

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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 Hispanicserving 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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