Assistant Research Scientist, Researcher/Scientist IV - Department of Internal Medicine (Phoenix)

Assistant Research Scientist, Researcher/Scientist IV - Department of Internal Medicine (Phoenix)

Posting Number
req22418

Department
COM Phx Internal Medicine

Department Website Link
College of Medicine-Phoenix

Location
Greater Phoenix Area

Address
475 N. 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA

Position Highlights

An Assistant Research Scientist, Researcher/Scientist IV position is available in the College of Medicine - Phoenix. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to NIH-funded research focused on chronic liver disease, particularly the pulmonary and cardiovascular complications associated with it. The successful candidate will have a strong background in biomedical sciences, with specific expertise in molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, and in vivo rodent models. This is a grant funded position in the Department of Medicine. The position will play a key role in translational research evaluating important clinical complications of cirrhosis and mechanisms of liver fibrosis.

The ideal candidate must possess strong expertise in animal models, molecular biology, single-cell sequencing technologies and cell-based models. The successful candidate should also be able to help write and prepare manuscript to report findings. Additionally, they must have excellent time management skills and the ability to tackle challenging translational research efforts.

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!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments at a highly independent level under the guidance of the principal investigators.
• Formulate research methods, and develop or collaborate in the development of new techniques, methods, and equipment.
• Recommend solutions for research methodology by interpreting principles and analyzing data and complex facts.
• The experimental procedures include, but are not limited to:
  • qRT-PCR/PCR
  • SDS Page
  • Immunoblotting
  • Histological tissue preparations and imaging
  • Immunocytofluorescence staning and analysis of tissue and cells samples
  • ELISA and multiplex assay
  • Flow-cytometry
  • Cell culture
• Maintain rodent colonies and perform in vivo experiments utilizing various liver fibrosis rodent models at a highly independent level under the guidance of senior researchers or principal investigators.
• Review and edit animal protocols to ensure coherence, completeness, and consistency.
• The procedures include but not limited to:
  • Small animal handling, mouse breeding, and blood and tissue collection.
  • Performing in animal surgeries, injections, intervention studies, and function evaluation procedures.
  • Monitor and care animals during the study periods, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare samples, reagents, and equipment for experiments, ensuring proper calibration and maintenance.
• Act as a subject matter expert to create, compose, and write articles for peer-reviewed journals, books, or chapter publications.
• Collaborate with principle investigators to co-author publications and co-present findings at scientific conferences and meetings.
• Assist in securing research funding by initiating and drafting grant proposals.
• Coordinate with granting agencies and relevant regulatory bodies as needed to implement and manage regulatory compliance of the research program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
• Skilled in manuscript writing and preparation for publication.
• Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in a related discipline required.
• Eight (8) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience performing the following biological techniques:
• molecular biology, expression construct design, preparation and use
• histochemistry
• qRT-PCR
• immunoblotting
• immunocytofluorescence and related microscopy
• cell culture for testing expression construct function
• rodent handling, procedures, surgeries

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
$75,540 - $98,201

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

Grade
10

Compensation Guidance
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.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum
$75540

Grade Range Midpoint
$98201

Grade Range Maximum
$120863

Career Stream and Level
PC4

Job Family
Researchers & Scientists

Job Function
Research

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

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Talent@arizona.edu

Open Date
4/7/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume 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).

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