Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Neurology

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Neurology Posting Number: req27150 Department: Neurology Department Website Link: Location: Tucson Campus Address: 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719 USA Position Highlights The Madhavan Lab in the Department of Neurology is seeking candidates for one full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate I position. The program is accepting applications from highly motivated candidates interested in working on a collaborative NIH-funded project with the Torsten Falk lab to study the therapeutic effects of novel drugs in PD rodent models and related aspects. The incumbent will possess the drive required to work independently, collaboratively, and publish findings. The postdoctoral candidate will benefit from training with two experienced mentors and the diverse, rich, and interdisciplinary research environment at the University of Arizona, which has a strong tradition in neuroscience and aging research. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Outstanding U of A 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. Duties & Responsibilities Lead aresearch project in close collaboration with the PI and other lab members. Innovatenew areas of experimental inquiry. Advancetechnical aspects of experimental approaches and mechanistic understandingof biological problems. Mentorjunior lab members and contribute to a productive scientific environment. Maintaindetailed records and disseminate research findings in meetings and asmanuscripts in scientific journals. Applyfor independent funding and contribute to grant proposals submitted by thePI. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Abilityto work independently on research projects within an area ofspecialization. Demonstratedaptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, includingdetailed data collection and analysis, ad a strong publication record. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Background inneurobiology, neurodegeneration and related experimentation. Minimum Qualifications PhDor MD/PhD in neuroscience, molecular cellular biology, or related field. Preferred Qualifications Experience in working with rodent models. 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 Open Date: 9/24/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter Contact Information for Candidates Lalitha Madhavan View email address on click.appcast.io Torsten Falk View email address on click.appcast.io Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s 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. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Arizona