Postdoctoral Research Associate I (Multiple Positions)

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reduction

Job summary

University of Arizona in Tucson seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in the Wang lab to study pathomechanisms of neurodegeneration, including TDP-43 and mitochondrial dysfunction. The role offers the opportunity for cutting-edge research and extensive training within a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will have recently completed a PhD in neuroscience or biology with experience in molecular and cell biology techniques and a strong publication record.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in neuroscience, biology or related field completed or near completion.
• Experience with molecular biology and cell biology techniques desired.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research projects.
• Analyze results and help determine next steps.
• Write manuscripts and progress reports.
• Assist in grant and manuscript editing and writing.
• Assist in routine laboratory management and maintaining lab equipment.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Education

PhD in neuroscience/biology

Job description

Position Highlights

The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, Pharmacology and Toxicology Department seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate I for Dr. Xinglong Wang's lab. The Wang lab focuses on pathomechanisms of TDP-43 neurotoxicity and micochondrial dysfunction in neurodegeneration. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and receive outstanding training.

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!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research projects.
• Analyze research results and help determine next steps.
• Write manuscripts and progress reports.
• Assist in grant and manuscript editing and writing.
• Assist in routine laboratory management and maintaining lab equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in neuroscience, Biology or related major. The successful candidate should have just completed their PhD, or be nearing completion of a PhD in these fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• Peer-reviewed publication record and working experience in molecular biology and cell biology techniques are highly desirable.
• A background in the field of neuroscience is a plus.

FLSA Exempt

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Job Category Research

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 2

Open Date 8/12/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Contact Information for Candidates Xinglong Wang I [e-mail]