Postdoctoral Research Associate I - III, Sarver Heart Center

Posting Number req26948

Department Sarver Heart Center

Department Website Link https://heart.arizona.edu/

Location Tucson Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Sarver Cardiovascular Research Center at the University of Arizona is seeking highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associates. The ideal candidates will possess a doctoral degree (PhD or MD) and have a strong background in molecular biology and physiology. There are three major projects in the lab: 1) studying the role of various cellular proteins in cardiac, immune, and cancer metabolism, 2) the role of mRNA-binding proteins in cell regeneration, and 3) characterization of cellular and mitochondrial iron homeostasis. Using mouse models, histology, cell culture, differential expression analyses, and molecular biology assays, our lab studies the molecular mechanisms that regulate metabolic processes and iron homeostasis both in the cytoplasm and mitochondria.

In addition to their own project/experimental procedures, the Postdoctoral Research Associates are required to work with other lab members and assist with their own projects. The primary purpose of this appointment is to engage in advanced research training. The Postdoctoral Research Associates will focus on contributing to the research initiatives of the department under the principal investigator/mentor's mentorship and interaction with collaborators. Visa sponsorship is 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!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop research projects and perform experiments within the Sarver Cardiovascular Research Center.
• Train and supervise intern, undergraduate, medical, and graduate student lab members.
• Work as a member of the principal investigator's research team and contribute novel hypotheses, ideas, and develop novel methodologies.
• Contribute and participate in the authorship of research publications and presentations.
• Collect, analyze and graph data, conclude research projects in a timely manner, write reports, and manuscripts.
• Engage in career development activities, apply for dedicated funding and contribute to lab-based grant proposals.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD or MD conferred by the start date and 0-3 years of experience at Postdoc rank.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Gerry Flores

gflores007@arizona.edu

Open Date 8/31/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

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 qualifications.

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