Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Basic Medical Sciences(College of Medicine - Phoenix)

Qualifications

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in cellular and molecular biology, immunology, physiology, nutritional sciences, or a related field. Candidates with a strong interest in liver disease, iron metabolism, and fibrosis are especially encouraged to apply. Extensive experience with animal models is required. Experience with iPSC-derived organoids, flow cytometry (FACS), and primary liver cell isolation is desirable but not required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research in iron metabolism and liver diseases under the direction of the principal investigator, Dr. Xia Xiao.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• Interest in signaling transduction.
• Experience in iron metabolism and liver pathophysiology.