Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (Phoenix)

University of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a dedicated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join a dynamic team focused on cardiovascular research. This role involves developing cutting-edge algorithms to analyze complex biomedical data, enhancing methods for early heart disease diagnosis and treatment. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, contributing to significant research initiatives while benefiting from outstanding university resources and support. If you are passionate about advancing medical science and eager to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Programs

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Tuition Reduction

Retirement Plans

Access to Recreation Activities

Qualifications

• Strong background in algorithm development and transcriptomics required.
• Experience with large-scale data analysis and machine learning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments and findings.
• Assist with preparation of grants and manuscripts for publication.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences.

Skills

Algorithm Development

Transcriptomics

Applied Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Programming (Python, R, Perl)

Statistical Methods

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

PhD in Biomedical Science

PhD in Molecular Biology

PhD in Vascular Biology

Tools

Bioinformatics Databases (Ensembl, NCBI, UniProt)

BLAST

Bowtie

SAMtools

High-Performance Computing (Linux, Cloud)

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Translational Cardiovascular Research Center (Phoenix)
Posting Number req21195
Department COM Phx Trans Cardio Rsrch Ctr
Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix
Location Greater Phoenix Area
Address 475 N. 5th St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix (COM-P) is seeking a highly motivated candidate for the full-time position of Postdoctoral Research Associate in Dr. Tobias Jakobi's laboratory. Our lab is focused on understanding the interplay of different RNA species and underlying functional networks in the heart with the goal of developing methods for the early diagnosis of heart disease as well as novel treatment options by employing state-of-the-art computational approaches.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in algorithm development, transcriptomics, sequencing data processing, and/or applied machine learning. The individual will develop novel algorithms to analyze large and complex biomedical data sets and contribute towards research and research-related service in translational cardiovascular research. The Postdoctoral candidate will benefit from the interaction with the diverse and interdisciplinary environment at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - 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!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and writing findings.
• Assist with preparation of grants and manuscripts.
• Present manuscripts, oral presentations, posters, and research findings at national and international conferences.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts scientific research requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard scientific techniques. Serves as principal investigator, as appropriate, on sub-projects of complexities consistent with the above criteria.
• Generate new ideas and projects for development.
• Designs, performs, and/or oversees experiments and data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data. Prepares statistical and narrative reports and/or graphs as appropriate to the specific position. Prepares manuscripts for publication. Presents research results to scientific conferences and other groups.
• Share supervisory responsibility for research technical staff including graduate and undergraduate students.
• Attend regular group meetings; manage, maintain, and order laboratory equipment and supplies; and respond to administrative requests and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong computational skills in programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Perl) and software tools for bioinformatics analysis.
• Experience with large-scale data analysis (e.g., next-generation sequencing, proteomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics).
• Proficiency with bioinformatics databases (e.g., Ensembl, NCBI, UniProt) and tools (e.g., BLAST, Bowtie, SAMtools).
• Knowledge of statistical methods and machine learning techniques for biological data analysis.
• Experience with high-performance computing environments (e.g., Linux, cloud computing, cluster management).

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical science, molecular biology or vascular biology, biochemistry, physiology or related field is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in molecular biology.
• Proven track record of scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaboration experience with experimental biologists and interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) for presenting research findings and writing grants.
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and data integrity.

FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
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: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
Number of Vacancies 1
Contact Information for Candidates

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

[e-mail]

Open Date 11/19/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies.