Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Basic Medical Sciences (Phoenix)

University of Arizona • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

A postdoctoral position is available to teach gross anatomy in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. The successful applicant will fill one of three anatomy postdoctoral positions, forming a cohort of postdocs who are dedicated to developing their teaching skills. The successful applicant will also pursue their own research interests and/or collaborate on research projects with current faculty. Current faculty research areas in the department include: phylogenetics and mammalian paleontology; human and primate skeletal anatomy; paleoanthropology; bioarchaeology and paleopathology; and vertebrate and invertebrate functional anatomy. This position is eligible for visa sponsorship. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; 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.

Requirements

• PhD in Anatomy, Biological Anthropology, Vertebrate Paleontology, or related field of study.
• Prior human anatomy teaching experience in a dissection-based course.
• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation. A strong team player.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
• Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.
• Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.

Nice To Haves

• Research interests in phylogenetics and mammalian paleontology; human and primate skeletal anatomy; paleoanthropology; bioarchaeology and paleopathology; or vertebrate/invertebrate functional anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Teach anatomy to medical students in the Clinical Anatomy block, including laboratory instruction, workshops, select lectures, office hours, and completing competency evaluations.
• Teach Pathway Scholar graduate students in the Clinical Anatomy and Physiology Course, including laboratory instruction and workshops.
• Teach in the Advanced Clinical Anatomy elective for fourth-year medical students.
• Teach in the summer remediation anatomy course for medical students who fail the Clinical Anatomy block.
• Teach anatomy to high school students in community outreach programs.
• Help revise exam questions and set up/proctor practical exams.
• Provide review sessions in the anatomy laboratory prior to exams.
• Participate in continuing medical education courses in the anatomy laboratory.
• Contribute to additional educational needs of the department and college.
• Conduct research under the mentorship of the anatomy faculty.
• Submit research for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Present findings at departmental seminars and professional meetings.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
• access to U of A recreation and cultural activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees