Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Child Health (College of Medicine - Phoenix)

The University of Arizona • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Child Health/PCRI at the University of Arizona College of Medicine–Phoenix is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in Dr. Erica Forzani’s laboratory. The lab focuses on the development, integration, calibration, and validation of sensors. The successful candidate is expected to work independently and collaborate productively with other team members. Visa sponsorship is available.

The role involves multidisciplinary, translational research using animal models and human samples, including sensor development and AI-based data analysis. The researcher will conduct and improve research methods, maintain detailed records, report and present results, contribute to manuscripts and grant applications, and collaborate with investigators within and outside the University of Arizona and Phoenix Children’s Hospital. The position may also involve assisting with supervision of laboratory staff, fellows, students, and research assistants, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, with emphasis on sensors and medical device development.
• Knowledge of circuit design, PCB assembly, and analytical methods.
• Knowledge of data analysis methods.
• Knowledge of documentation with quality management systems.
• Knowledge of design and manufacturing.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of coordinating experiments and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
• Ability to work as a strong team player.

Nice To Haves

• A proven track record of creativity.
• An established track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the capability to overcome complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform activities related to sensor development, integration, calibration, and validation using multiple sensor transduction mechanisms.
• Apply AI-based software and hardware methods to perform data analysis.
• Plan, design, and conduct advanced multidisciplinary research involving animal models and human samples.
• Complete complex research projects at different stages, from advanced to 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 laboratory work and experiments.
• Assist in writing standard operating procedures for laboratory methods.
• Complete assigned work on time.
• Provide results in a database, analyze data, and present results at weekly laboratory meetings.
• Provide weekly written reports on research activities and results.
• Prepare and revise manuscripts for publication.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
• Conduct literature reviews regularly and bring new ideas to projects.
• Collaborate with laboratory team members and scientific investigators within and outside the University of Arizona and Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
• May assist with supervision of laboratory staff, fellows, students, and research assistants.
• Ensure regulatory compliance of research activities.
• Support the laboratory’s translational research activities.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reduction at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University for the employee and qualified family members
• Access to University of Arizona recreation and cultural activities
• Innovative work-life programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree