Assistant Research Professor, Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (Phoenix)

University of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona seeks an Assistant Research Professor for the Translational Cardiovascular Research Center in Phoenix. The candidate will engage in research, teaching, and service in cardiovascular studies, contributing to a dynamic academic environment. Benefits include health insurance, tuition reduction, and a supportive work atmosphere aimed at fostering innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Tuition reduction for employee and family members

Access to culture and recreational activities

Qualifications

• Requires a PhD or MD/PhD in a related field.
• Experience in cardiovascular disease research preferred.
• Ability to mentor students in research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent cardiovascular research at the TCRC.
• Publish high impact scientific research in cardiovascular science.
• Engage in teaching and service missions of the college.

Skills

Cardiovascular cell and molecular biology

State-of-the-art confocal microscopy

Genomics and proteomics data acquisition and analysis

Interpersonal communication

Professionalism

Education

PhD or MD/PhD in Anatomy, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Pharmacology

Job description

Assistant Research Professor, Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (Phoenix) Posting Number req22991 Department COM Phx Internal Medicine Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix Medical Sub-Speciality Location Greater Phoenix Area Address 475 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA Position Highlights

The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in Department of Internal Medicine while conducting research as a member of the Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (TCRC). This includes actively participating in teaching, service and scholarly work in the cardiovascular area. The candidate must qualify for an appointment at the rank of assistant research professor. This career track position is not eligible for tenure.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Biosciences Core (PCB) campus in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct independent cardiovascular research in the Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (TCRC) and to provide technical and logistic support for the Center.
• Publish high impact scientific research in the area of cardiovascular science.
• Develop collaborations with pertinent faculty within the college and partner institutions.
• Contribute to the teaching and service missions of the college.
• Engage in academic activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Cardiovascular cell and molecular biology, including use of animal models, organ models and cultured cell models of cutting edge research in the field.
• State-of-the-art confocal microscopy.
• Genomics and proteomics data acquisition and analysis
• Ability to write, review and edit research papers and grant applications.
• Exhibit outstanding interpersonal communication and professionalism.

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold a PhD or MD/PhD in a related field, such as Anatomy, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Pharmacology, from an accredited university.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience studying cardiovascular disease.
• Experience mentoring students and trainees in research projects.
• Experience with cell culture, animal studies, microscopy, genomics and proteomics.
• Publications of cardiovascular research in high-impact journals relevant to the field.

Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Information Career-Track (CT) FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Faculty Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay AAMC MD Public Schools for Specialty Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates

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Open Date 6/2/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document Special Instructions to Applicant

CV and cover letter are required for to be considered for the position. One additional document: Professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information and the nature of your work with them.

Faculty selected for this teaching opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.

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