Department Website Link
https://pharmacology.arizona.edu/
Address
1501 N Campbell, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA
Position Highlights
The laboratory of Dr. Tally Largent-Milnes at the University of Arizona College of Medicine invites highly motivated candidates to apply for an opening for Postdoctoral Research Associate I- IV in the Department of Pharmacology. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded, enthusiastic individual with training in the area of neuroscience/pharmacology to work projects related to craniofacial pain. The candidate should have experience performing research in a laboratory setting designing, organizing, managing and carrying out research. This individual should be detailed oriented, conscientious, able to follow instructions and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
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; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop, plan, design, and conduct research. Review progress and evaluates results. Coordinate laboratory work including lab equipment management.
- Formulate research methods. Develop or collaborate in the development of new techniques, methods, and equipment.
- Contribute to ensuring regulatory compliance of the research program by coordinating with granting agencies and regulators as required by research program.
- Design and perform experiments, interpret data, and analyze results.
- Present findings and prepare and submit manuscripts and research grants.
- Present talks, posters and research findings at national and international conferences.
- Attend regular group meetings; manage, maintain, and order laboratory equipment and supplies; and respond to administrative request and procedures.
- Generate new ideas and projects for development.
- Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and writing findings.
Minimum Qualifications
- The applicant must have a PhD in Neuroscience or related field of study and 0 to four years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong background in neuroscience and demonstrated productivity.
Previous experience with whole cell patch clamp electrophysiology in dissociated neurons and slices, animal behavior, immunohistochemistry, neural imaging is an asset.
Adept at computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and a familiarity with statistical and graphing programs (such as Prism,Matlab, Adobe Photoshop, etc.)
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Target Hire Date
6/26/2023
Contact Information for Candidates
Tally Milnes | tlargent@arizona.edu
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.