Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Physiology

Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Physiology Posting Number req23566 Department Physiology Department Website Link Location University of Arizona Health Sciences Address 1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA Position Highlights

The Department of Physiology in the College of Medicine - Tucson campus is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate I to join the lab of Associate Professor Shaowen Bao. The purpose of this position is to conduct investigation of the mechanisms underlying noise trauma-induced neuronal death using advanced molecular, cellular and electrophysiological techniques. The candidate is expected to have extensive experience with extracellular electrophysiology, immunofluorescence imaging, circuit tracing, behavioral testing and patch clamp recording.

An important component of this position will be to work independently and as part of a team in the daily function of the laboratory. The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, and participate in all aspects of the research project. This includes evaluating research data, revising, improving and monitoring techniques, and developing innovative methods and approaches to solve scientific problems while meeting goals and objectives in accordance with priorities, time, funding, and other limitations.

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

• Develop, plan, design, and conduct novel research on noise trauma-induced cell death.
• Responsible for the operation of this specialized research area/lab.
• Use extensive knowledge to formulate research methods and develop research criteria for all projects in accordance with the standards of peer reviewed journals and industry affiliates, as well as develop and collaborate on new research techniques and equipment.
• Develop and establish functional timelines to complete assigned work to meet the requirements of the research obligations.
• Lab equipment management.
• Participate in the strategy, structure, and development of grant proposals inclusive of grant writing, protocol development, and scope of work definition.
• Participate in the acquisition of new research funding by effectively using domain expertise in tandem with a clear understanding core research capabilities for evaluating grant and industry sponsored project opportunities.
• Author, co-author, present and co-present research results with principal investigators at meetings or conferences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must have a PhD completed in the field of neuroscience or neurophysiology before anticipated start date.

Preferred Qualifications 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 NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 7/30/2025 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Shaowen Bao, PhD | ... Open Date 7/30/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the Universitys campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
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