Postdoctoral Research Associate, Cellular and Molecular Medicine

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Hamilton Laboratory within the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine at the University of Arizona. The environment features a world-class group of investigators with vast expertise in cardiovascular and skeletal muscle science. The laboratory is focused broadly on calcium signaling and cardiovascular disease, with the overarching goal of uncovering new molecular mechanisms that can be tractable therapeutic targets to improve heart health.

The lab utilizes multiple techniques to study basic molecular mechanisms of disease from molecules all the way through to organism. This includes molecular biology, biochemistry, primary rodent cell culture, high-resolution confocal microscopy, and in vivo arrhythmia studies.

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• Lead a
  research project in close collaboration with the PI and other lab members.
• Innovate
  new areas of experimental inquiry.
• Advance
  technical aspects of experimental approaches and mechanistic understanding
  of biological problems.
• Mentor
  junior lab members and contribute to a productive scientific environment.
• Maintain
  detailed records and disseminate research findings in meetings and as
  manuscripts in scientific journals.
• Apply
  for independent funding and contribute to grant proposals submitted by the
  PI.
• There
  may be additional duties assigned as it relates to this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability
  to work semi-independently on research projects within an area of
  specialization.
• Thorough
  technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and the
  objectives.
• Demonstrated
  aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including
  detailed data collection and analysis.
• Ability
  to communicate effectively.
• Ability to present research finding on a regular
  basis to peers within the center and at national and international meetings.

• PhD in a related field, such as biophysics, physiology, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology.

• At least one first-author publication.
• Experience in single channel/patch clamp electrophysiology, cardiac or skeletal muscle physiology, iPSC technology, calcium signaling, and rodent models of disease.
• 0-2 years postdoctoral experience preferred, although more experienced candidates with desired expertise will be considered.

Dr Shanna Hamilton

shannahamilton@arizona.edu

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missing information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).