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Overview
The Department of Physiology is seeking a highly motivated individual for a full-time Researcher/Scientist IV position. The successful candidate will be invited to join a collaborative research team under the direction of Dr. Liang, which is focused on cardiovascular and kidney disease. The individual is expected to conduct research with minimal supervision, develop and validate assessment tools, train/mentor direct support personnel, assist in grant proposal submissions, and prepare manuscripts for publications. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services, please click here. Duties & Responsibilities
Animal Research: Serve as a senior collaborator for scheduling, developing, designing, coordinating, and performing complex animal research laboratory procedures, including surgeries and other important research initiatives and procedures with University Animal Care. Cellular and Molecular Research: Lead multifaceted cellular and molecular research procedures. Ensure experiments comply with regulatory aspects of research programs, including safety and quality control, by coordinating with agencies and regulators. Create and write IACUC animal protocols, IRB human research protocols, and other regulatory protocols. Develop and optimize research methods. Laboratory Management: Participates as a senior collaborator and contributor to the development and review of strategic and operational plans. Maintain, repair, and oversee the handling of laboratory equipment and supplies in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Oversee the day-to-day development and/or implementation of complex research standard operating procedures, ensuring laboratory personnel and students maintain current knowledge of laboratory techniques, procedures, and equipment operations. Responsible for training laboratory personnel and students in various techniques utilized in the lab. Grant and Publication Assistance: Actively participate in acquiring research funding, including initiating and writing grant proposals. Lead publication and dissemination efforts of study findings. Attend and participate in national scientific meetings. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated expertise using rat and mouse models of hypertension and cardiovascular and renal disease, including the Dahl salt-sensitive rat and its genetic derivatives modified through non-coding genomic engineering. Proficiency in techniques for chronic and acute physiological studies related to hypertension and cardiovascular and renal disease in rodent models. Proven ability to produce high-impact, peer-reviewed publications in areas related to hypertension, cardiovascular physiology, and renal disease research. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a related scientific discipline is preferred. Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. 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
$75,540 - $98,201. Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade
10 Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University’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. Career Stream and Level
PC4 Job Family
Researchers & Scientists Job Function
Research Number of Vacancies
1 Contact Information for Candidates Mingyu Liang mliang1@arizona.edu Open Date
10/6/2025 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). Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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The Department of Physiology is seeking a highly motivated individual for a full-time Researcher/Scientist IV position. The successful candidate will be invited to join a collaborative research team under the direction of Dr. Liang, which is focused on cardiovascular and kidney disease. The individual is expected to conduct research with minimal supervision, develop and validate assessment tools, train/mentor direct support personnel, assist in grant proposal submissions, and prepare manuscripts for publications. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services, please click here. Duties & Responsibilities
Animal Research: Serve as a senior collaborator for scheduling, developing, designing, coordinating, and performing complex animal research laboratory procedures, including surgeries and other important research initiatives and procedures with University Animal Care. Cellular and Molecular Research: Lead multifaceted cellular and molecular research procedures. Ensure experiments comply with regulatory aspects of research programs, including safety and quality control, by coordinating with agencies and regulators. Create and write IACUC animal protocols, IRB human research protocols, and other regulatory protocols. Develop and optimize research methods. Laboratory Management: Participates as a senior collaborator and contributor to the development and review of strategic and operational plans. Maintain, repair, and oversee the handling of laboratory equipment and supplies in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Oversee the day-to-day development and/or implementation of complex research standard operating procedures, ensuring laboratory personnel and students maintain current knowledge of laboratory techniques, procedures, and equipment operations. Responsible for training laboratory personnel and students in various techniques utilized in the lab. Grant and Publication Assistance: Actively participate in acquiring research funding, including initiating and writing grant proposals. Lead publication and dissemination efforts of study findings. Attend and participate in national scientific meetings. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated expertise using rat and mouse models of hypertension and cardiovascular and renal disease, including the Dahl salt-sensitive rat and its genetic derivatives modified through non-coding genomic engineering. Proficiency in techniques for chronic and acute physiological studies related to hypertension and cardiovascular and renal disease in rodent models. Proven ability to produce high-impact, peer-reviewed publications in areas related to hypertension, cardiovascular physiology, and renal disease research. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a related scientific discipline is preferred. Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. 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
$75,540 - $98,201. Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade
10 Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University’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. Career Stream and Level
PC4 Job Family
Researchers & Scientists Job Function
Research Number of Vacancies
1 Contact Information for Candidates Mingyu Liang mliang1@arizona.edu Open Date
10/6/2025 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). Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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