Postdoctoral Research Associate

Position Highlights

The laboratory of Dr. Fei Yin in the Center for Innovation in Brain Science (CIBS) and Department of Pharmacology at the University of Arizona is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on research projects related to mitochondrial function, brain metabolism, and neuroinflammation in Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases. Ongoing research in the Yin lab focuses on investigating the cell type‑specific role of mitochondria and mitochondrion‑derived signals in the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s disease, their interaction with peripheral metabolic organs, as well as the development of novel therapeutics by targeting these pathways.

Candidates are expected to have research experience in neuroscience, molecular biology, immunology, or endocrinology, be able to conduct research both independently and collaboratively, and be comfortable and efficient in a fast‑paced and growing research environment.

Outstanding University of Arizona benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to recreation and cultural activities; and more.

• Plan, design, and carry out innovative research projects related to neurodegenerative diseases.
• Perform experiments utilizing molecular, genetic, cellular, and imaging approaches in both rodent and cell models.
• Participate in the development and validation of rodent and cell models for discovery research and therapeutic development.
• Analyze research data and provide interpretations.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and assist with grant applications.
• Present research findings at group meetings, and national and international conferences.
• Share supervisory responsibility for graduate and undergraduate students.
• Work collaboratively with other members and laboratories in CIBS.

• Demonstrated ability to independently prepare technical reports, graphics, and manuscripts.
• Demonstrated productivity in a related field.

• Hazards:
  Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals in a work setting.

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Immunology, Neuroscience, or a related field.

• Previous experience in the design, modification, and construction of plasmids, vectors, and viral deliveries for genetic manipulations in rodent and cell models.
• Rodent‑related experience, including animal model development and maintenance, rodent surgeries and treatment, and behavioral, electrophysiological, and biochemical analyses of rodent models.
• Previous experience in drug screening and development and human‑derived iPSC models.
• Strong background and research experience in molecular biology and immunology.

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).

Name‑based criminal background check (non‑security sensitive).

Number of Vacancies: 1.

Open Date: 1/16/2026.

Open Until Filled:
Yes.

Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume and Cover Letter.

Contact Information for Candidates:
Gloria Bloomer | gbloomer.

The University of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.