Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Child Health (College of Medicine-Phoenix)

Work with metabolic syndrome models, electrocardiography, cardiac function analysis, cardiac pathology, primary cardiomyocyte isolation and treatment, flow cytometry, and microscopy. Work with mice colonies. Develop innovative experimental strategies and adapt methodologies to address complex scientific questions. Generate high-quality data to support grant submissions, publications, and future research initiatives. Oversee a defined research area or laboratory function, ensuring projects progress according to established goals and timelines. Coordinate day-to-day research activities, including experimental planning, reagent monitoring, and equipment management. Mentor and train postdoctoral fellows and graduate students in animal procedures, tissue processing, molecular assays, and cell culture techniques. Provide leadership for junior staff and support personnel, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to best practices. Maintain compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements related to research activities. Contribute to grant development efforts, including drafting proposals and supporting funding applications. Analyze and interpret complex data sets, applying advanced subject-matter expertise and industry best practices. Communicate findings effectively with internal leadership, collaborators, and external stakeholders. Knowledge, Skills Abilities: Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats. Ability to participate in scientific conferences and present findings.