Researcher Scientist III, Cellular and Molecular Medicine

Posting Number: req
27330

Department:
Cellular & Molecular Medicine

Department Website Link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Location:

Tucson Campus

Address: 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719 USA

Dr. Sadayappan and Dr. Song are jointly seeking a Researcher/Scientist III to join their lab's research operations and contribute to accelerating the pace of cardiac and skeletal muscle research as it relates to developing therapeutic interventions and strategies. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, be well-organized, and be highly motivated. The candidate must be able to work independently as well as collaborate with others within the laboratory.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A 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; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

• Design and plan research experiments in collaboration with the principal investigator.
• Review research progress, evaluate results, formulate research methods, and develop research criteria.
• Recommend and initiate new or modified procedures, techniques, and solutions based on analysis of research data and current developments in cancer therapeutic interventions.
• Develop new methods and approaches to solve scientific problems within project priorities, timelines, and funding constraints.
• Evaluate current scientific literature to inform design and methodology.
• Develop project timelines to meet research milestones and sponsor obligations.

• Establish and optimize in vitro experimental models, including iPSC and muscle cell culture.
• Independently conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and determine next experimental steps.
• Train new and less experienced lab members in equipment operation and research techniques.

• Maintain mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, records, and euthanasia, in accordance with approved animal protocols.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and order reagents and supplies, including submitting pCard documentation.

• Collaborate with research leadership on the design and development of grant proposals, including research approach, protocol development, and scope of work.

• Analyze and synthesize research data into summaries, reports, and presentations for the research team, department, and collaborators.
• Co-author manuscripts and reports for publication with the principal investigator and research team.
• Collaborate with researchers in the department, university, and partner institutions on shared research projects.

• Knowledge of cell culture (iPSC), molecular biology, and animal handling.
• Knowledge and experience working with preclinical models.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Exempt

Full Time

40

1.0

Fiscal

Research

Yes - Full Benefits

$59,404 - $74,254

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

8

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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