Assistant Research Professor, Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (Phoenix)

University of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona is seeking an Assistant Research Professor in the Translational Cardiovascular Research Center. Candidates will conduct research, engage in teaching, and participate in service while fulfilling faculty responsibilities. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a dynamic academic environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance plans

Life insurance and disability programs

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Tuition reduction for employees and family members

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD in Anatomy, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Pharmacology.
• Experience in cardiovascular disease research.
• Ability to write and edit research papers and grant applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent cardiovascular research in the TCRC.
• Publish high-impact scientific research.
• Contribute to teaching and service missions of the college.

Skills

Cardiovascular cell and molecular biology

Confocal microscopy

Genomics and proteomics data analysis

Education

PhD or MD/PhD in relevant field

Job description

Assistant Research Professor, Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (Phoenix)

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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.

Address475 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USAPosition 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 ProfessorTenure InformationCareer-Track (CT)FLSAExemptFull Time/Part TimeFull TimeNumber of Hours Worked per Week40Job FTE1.0Work CalendarFiscalJob CategoryFacultyBenefits EligibleYes - Full BenefitsRate of PayAAMC MD Public Schools for SpecialtyCompensation Typesalary 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 Vacancies1Target Hire DateExpected End DateContact Information for Candidates

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Open Date6/2/2025Open Until FilledYesDocuments Needed to ApplyCurriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional DocumentSpecial 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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Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].

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