University of Arizona Health Sciences, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA
Position Highlights
The Romanoski Lab in the UArizona Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine is seeking promising candidates for the full-time position of Postdoctoral Research Associate I/II/III (depending on experience).
Dr. Romanoski’s research background is seeded by curiosity about the relationship between how genetic variation between individuals is related to trait similarities and differences in biochemical and functional cellular traits. Her NIH-funded research program is accepting applications from motivated, qualified candidates.
The Postdoctoral candidate of interest is expected to communicate an interest in better understanding biological mechanisms around genetics and transcriptional regulation for complex traits through application of wet lab and/or dry lab toolsets. Dr. Romanoski is particularly interested in processes critical in endothelial cells, vascular biology, atherosclerotic heart disease, lung function, and enabling an improved understanding of these processes via computational approaches. The Romanoski lab is housed in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, with memberships in the Asthma and Airway Disease Research Center, the Sarver Heart Center, and the Bio5 Institute that provide invaluable resources for training the next generation of scientists. Any and all applicable resources within the grater University will be made available to the applicant.
Outstanding UA 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
The lab operates with distinct focus on providing a rigorous and inclusive atmosphere while maximizing development of each trainee through individualized mentorship.
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 problem.
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.
Additional duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
MD or PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular or Cellular Biology, Physiology, Biophysics, Computational Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering or related field by the time of hire.
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 an Hispanic-serving institution and a Native American/Alaska Native-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.
University of Arizona
5 days ago
Minimum Qualifications
MD or PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular or Cellular Biology, Physiology, Biophysics, Computational Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering or related field by the time of hire.
Documented ability to conduct original research.
Internal Number: req4707
About The University of Arizona
The overarching goal of the Romanoski Lab is to better understand the mechanisms by which DNA sequence instructs molecular programs that underlie human biology. We are particularly interested in complex diseases such as atherosclerosis and hypertension, which are caused by combinations of environmental and genetic risk factors. While these diseases involve many cell types, our research is focused on endothelial cells, which line blood vessels and form the barrier between blood and tissue.
Our laboratory is both experimental and computational. We use next-generation sequencing technologies to measure genome-wide molecular phenotypes. By leveraging the interconnected relationships between DNA sequence, transcription factor binding, chromatin modification, and gene expression, we study how cells achieve context-appropriate expression patterns and signal responsiveness.
Ongoing projects in the lab include systems genetics of endothelial cells, transcriptional network determination in different endothelial beds, and functional genetics of GWAS loci.
