Postdoctoral Research Associate

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Posting Number
req24907

Department
UAHS Brain Science

Department Website Link

Location
Tucson Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The laboratory of Dr. Fei Yin in the Center for Innovation in Brain Science (CIBS) and Department of Pharmacology at the University of Arizona is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on research projects related to mitochondrial function, brain metabolism, and neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases. Ongoing research in the Yin lab focuses on investigating the cell type-specific role of mitochondria and mitochondrion-derived signals in the onset and progression of Alzheimer's disease, their interaction with peripheral metabolic organs, as well as the development of novel therapeutics by targeting these pathways. Candidates are expected to have research experience in neuroscience, molecular biology, immunology, or endocrinology, be able to conduct research both independently and collaboratively, and be comfortable and efficient in a fast-paced and growing research environment.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and carry out innovative research projects related to neurodegenerative diseases
• Perform experiments utilizing molecular, genetic, cellular and imaging approaches in both rodent and cell models.
• Participate in the development and validation of rodent and cell models for discovery research and therapeutic development.
• Analyze research data and provide interpretations.
• Prepare manuscript for publication and assist with grant applications.
• Present research findings at group meetings, and national and international conferences.
• Share supervisory responsibility for graduate and undergraduate students.
• Work collaboratively with other members and laboratories in CIBS.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to independently prepare technical reports, graphics and manuscripts.
• Demonstrated productivity in related field.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Demands:

• Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals in a work setting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Immunology, Neuroscience or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in the design, modification and construction of plasmids, vectors and viral deliveries for genetic manipulations in rodent and cell models.
• Rodent-related experience, including animal model development and maintenance, rodent surgeries and treatment, and behavioral, electrophysiological, and biochemical analyses of rodent models.
• Previous experience in drug screening and development and human-derived iPSC models.
• Strong background and research experience in molecular biology and immunology.

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

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
Gloria Bloomer | View email address on click.appcast.io

Open Date
1/16/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter

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