Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Medical Sciences; Phoenix

Overview

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Basic Medical Sciences (Phoenix) – a full-time position in the multidisciplinary cardiovascular research laboratory of Dr. Chiamvimonvat in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. The candidate should have experience in a laboratory setting and should have authored peer-reviewed research publications. Applicants should be detail-oriented, able to work independently as well as in a team under the direction of the principal investigator, and have the ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally.

This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.

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

The University of Arizona has been recognized for its innovative work-life programs.

• Perform independent multi-disciplinary research experiments under the direction of the principal investigator, Dr. Chiamvimonvat.
• Develop, design, and conduct complex research projects.
• Perform scientific data collections, reductions, and analyses involving routine procedures characterized by use of independent judgment.
• Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University.
• Utilize molecular biology, biochemical techniques and high-resolution imaging; perform in vitro functional analyses including patch-clamp and calcium measurements.
• Perform small animal surgery and in vivo phenotyping analyses.
• Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and writing findings.
• Present results at laboratory meetings and conferences.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.
• Develop and implement protocols as dictated by experimental results.
• May assist with supervision of laboratory staff.
• Oversee maintenance of hazardous/chemical waste records and disposal as needed.

• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, data analysis, statistics, and interpretation. A strong team player.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally.
• Ability to participate in scientific conferences and present findings.
• Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.

• PhD or MD, PhD degree in cardiovascular biology, molecular biology, or related field of study.

• Expertise with multicolor flow cytometry.
• Experience with basic molecular biology and biochemical techniques (RNA isolation, electrophoresis, Western blot analyses, qRT-PCR).
• Expertise with immunofluorescence high-resolution imaging and live-cell imaging.
• Experience with preclinical models of cardiovascular diseases.
• Experience with bioinformatics tools and analyses.

• FLSA:
  Exempt
• Full Time
• Hours 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

Open Date: 1/22/2026 | Open Until Filled:
Yes