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Postdoctoral Research Associate I
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Posting Number | req19954 |
Department | Nutritional Sci Wellness - RES |
Department Website Link | nutrition.cales.arizona.edu |
Location | Main Campus |
Address | Tucson, AZ USA |
Position Highlights | The School of Nutritional Sciences and Wellness leads in cutting-edge Research, outstanding Undergraduate and Graduate Programs, Cooperative Extension programs and Continuing Professional Education that advance the discovery and translation of the roles of nutrition and physical activity in optimizing health for people in Arizona, and beyond. Nutritional Sciences and Wellness is seeking a well-organized and highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to participate in an NIH funded study that will examine the incorporation of of specific dietary fatty acids into sphingolipid metabolism and the effects on intestinal biology and pathophysiology. This preferred candidate will examine the role of specific sphingolipid enzymes and their bioactive lipid products in intestinal inflammation using in vivo and in vitro models. The preferred postdoctoral associate will plan and design research experiments, write manuscripts, and must have exceptional organization skills, as well as technical and problem-solving skills. The preferred candidate will have knowledge of and experience with immunology and in vivo models of inflammation models to include genotyping, observation and data collection, as well as tissue collection, preservation and analysis for protein, lipids, flow cytometry and RNA. Additional experience with the following techniques are also desirable: cell culture maintenance; animal model development, testing and optimization of molecular biology techniques including bacterial transformation and DNA purification, PCR and subcloning, site-directed mutagenesis, plasmid transfection, and generating/validating CRISPR knockout cell lines is also desirable. The candidate may be required to perform research experiments and may be required to work with potentially hazardous materials such as toxic chemicals and/or radiation. This is a year-to-year appointment, contingent upon funding and performance. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please . |
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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 | $61,008 |
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 | 7/22/2024 |
Expected End Date | |
Contact Information for Candidates | Ashley Snider, PhD ashleysnider@arizona.edu |
Open Date | 7/12/2024 |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Documents Needed to Apply | Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter |
Special Instructions to Applicant | |
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