Job Description

Posting Number: req20284

Department: Biomedical Engineering

Location: Main Campus

Address: 1127 E. James E. Rogers Way, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

The Tardiff Laboratory in the Department of Biomedical Engineering is accepting applications for a temporary Research Professional I.

The Research Professional I will work primarily on protein analysis and TR-FRET. This position will have some lab management responsibilities overseen by the Principal Investigator (PI). The studies in the Tardiff laboratory utilize an integrative physiologic and biophysical approach to delineate the underlying links between structural and functional alterations in cardiac thin filament proteins and the resultant complex cardiovascular phenotypes observed in patients with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), a disorder affecting 1/500 individuals. Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder and is one of the most common causes of sudden cardiac death in young people.

This is a temporary position not expected to last more than six months.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance and disability programs; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of Dr. Tardiff assist with developing, planning, designing, and conducting advanced multi-disciplinary research in hypertophic cardiomyopathy.
• Assist with reviewing progress and evaluating results.
• Participate under supervision in formulating research methods, and developing or collaborating in the development of new techniques, methods, and equipment.
• Maintain clear, detailed laboratory notebooks with experimental procedures, calculations, and data.
• Support communication with collaborators and core facilities outside of the department and college.
• Perform basic molecular biology, western blotting, and protein purification.
• Operate laboratory equipment and assist with performing minor equipment maintenance.
• Assist Dr. Tardiff with instructing junior graduate students and undergraduates.
• Support communication with collaborators and core facilities outside of the department and college.
• Communicate with service technicians for major equipment repairs or service.
• Assist with and contribute to deriving, analyzing, and formatting data for publications, presentations, and grant proposals. 
• Participate under supervision in research funding and grant proposal preparations as needed.
• Present research findings to the lab at department meetings and national symposiums. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and work well with others.
• Ability to analyze and summarize large data sets using computing and /or statistical tools.
• Basic computer skills: MS Office, Excel, Word, Power Point.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.
• Experience with principles and techniques of molecular and cell biology.
• Experience with word processing and data presentations skills (e.g., using programs such as Word, Excel, Prism).

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 - Limited Benefits

Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

6

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .

Grade Range Minimum

$47356

Grade Range Midpoint

$59195

Grade Range Maximum

$71034

Career Stream and Level

PC1

Job Family

Researchers & Scientists

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Expected End Date: 2/28/2025

Contact Information for Candidates

Dr. Jill Tardiff

jtardiff@arizona.edu

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 missed 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).

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At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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Job Tags

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