Postdoctoral Research Associate, Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (COM-Phoenix)

The University of Arizona•Phoenix, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Translational Cardiovascular Research Center and Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix (COM-P) is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a full-time position as Postdoctoral Research Associate in Dr. Yanqiao Zhang's laboratory. The lab focuses on obesity-related metabolic diseases such as fatty liver disease and atherosclerosis. The successful applicant is expected to work independently, be productive, and collaborate effectively with team members. Postdoctoral candidates will benefit from interaction within the diverse and interdisciplinary environment at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Requirements

PhD in biology or relevant areas.
Knowledge of scRNA-sequencing, proteomics, bioinformatics, confocal microscopy, in vivo physiological animal studies.
Knowledge of lipid and lipoprotein metabolism, obesity, diabetes, and atherosclerosis.
Skills in molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and animal studies are required.
Excellent written and verbal communication.

Nice To Haves

Proven track record of creativity and established track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

Plan, design and conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research involving the use of mouse models, human tissue and blood samples.
Use biochemical, cellular, molecular, and pharmacological approaches for mechanistic studies.
Use cutting-edge technologies for transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic studies.
Complete the assigned work in time.
Complete complex research projects at different stages (advanced through nearly completed).
Formulate, troubleshoot and optimize research methods and techniques as needed.
Independently reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques currently used.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments.
Analyze data and present results in the weekly laboratory meetings.
Attend seminars and scientific conferences when available.
Prepare and revise manuscripts for publication.
Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
Perform literature reviews regularly and bring new ideas to the projects.
Work collaboratively with team members in the lab, and with scientific investigators within and outside of the University of Arizona.
Be willing to help each other.
Ensure regulatory compliance of research activities.