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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Membrane Protein Structure, Ion Channels, Transporters, and Cryo-EM University of Arizona in United States

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Postdoc

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Biomedical Engineering

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Full-time position with full University of Arizona benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; and access to university recreation and cultural activities. Salary follows NIH salary guidelines and depends on experience. Visa sponsorship is available.

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Biomedical Engineering
Biology
Structural Biology
Hepatology
Cryo-electron Microscopy
Protein Purification
Medical Science
Protein Expression
Transporter
Iron Metabolism
Membrane Protein

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About this position

The University of Arizona’s Department of Basic Medical Sciences is seeking a postdoctoral research associate for Dr. Miao Zhang’s laboratory in Phoenix. The laboratory studies the structure and function of membrane proteins, with particular emphasis on ion channels and transporters.

The research program uses cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) to investigate membrane-protein architecture and mechanisms, supporting longer-term applications in AI-driven drug discovery. The role also encompasses multidisciplinary research connected with iron metabolism and liver diseases under the direction of Dr. Zhang and Assistant Research Professor Dr. Young-Woo Nam.

The postdoctoral researcher will design and conduct complex projects, develop experimental methods, collect and analyze scientific data, and refine protocols based on experimental results. Laboratory work includes protein expression in mammalian cells, purification of membrane proteins, cryo-EM data collection and processing, and three-dimensional model building. The researcher will present findings in laboratory meetings and at conferences, prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication, contribute to grant-writing activities, and collaborate across the department and wider university.

The position is part of an extramurally well-funded research program with opportunities for high-impact publications and development of an independent research trajectory. The laboratory provides mentorship in scientific development and career advancement and emphasizes an inclusive, supportive research environment. The researcher may also assist with supervision of laboratory staff and contribute to daily laboratory operations.

Funding details

Full-time position with full University of Arizona benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; and access to university recreation and cultural activities. Salary follows NIH salary guidelines and depends on experience. Visa sponsorship is available.

What's required

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in molecular and structural biology, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology, or a related field. Extensive experience with protein expression and purification, including mammalian-cell expression and membrane-protein purification, is required. A strong interest in ion channels and transporters is encouraged. Experience with cryo-EM and model building is desirable but not required. Preferred qualifications include a publication record in peer-reviewed journals, knowledge of statistics and data analysis, research independence and teamwork, professional oral and written communication, grant-writing and manuscript-preparation skills, and the ability to present at scientific conferences.

How to apply

Complete the online application in its entirety through the University of Arizona application portal. Submit a curriculum vitae (CV); blank or missing information may be considered an incomplete submission.

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