Postdoctoral Research Associate, Basic Medical Science (Phoenix)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research in metabolism under the direction of the principal investigator, Dr. He.
• Develop, design, and conduct complex research projects.
• Formulate research methods, develop research criteria, and perform scientific data collection and analysis using independent judgment.
• Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University.
• Perform delicate surgical implantations, animal studies and imaging.
• Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and recording 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.
• Absorb and assist with supervision of laboratory staff.
• Contribute to daily lab operations.

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Excellent laboratory and analytical skills and commitment to scientific excellence and innovation.
  • Knowledge of statistics and data analysis and interpretation.
  • Ability to conduct research independently and within a team.
  • Ability to communicate professionally in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
  • Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • PhD in Metabolism, Physiology, and Biochemistry.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Track record of publications in peer reviewed journals.
    • PhD in glucose and lipid metabolism, physiology, and biochemistry.
    • Interest in signaling transduction.
    • Experience in confocal microscope.

      Minimum Qualifications

      • PhD in Metabolism, Physiology, and Biochemistry.