"Post-Doctoral Fellow"

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Medicine - Rheumatology

Job Title: Post-Doctoral Fellow

Position #00839792 – Requisition #37681

Job Summary:

The Jonsson lab is looking for a post-doctoral fellow to join the research team led by Dr. Anna Helena Jonsson, Assistant Professor in the Division of Rheumatology at the University of Colorado Denver, Anschutz Medical Campus. The Jonsson lab studies the disease mechanisms that drive rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases. We use human immunology techniques (i.e., using cells from human blood and tissues) and analysis of -omics data, including spatial transcriptomics, to investigate the role of CD8 T cells in the cellular and molecular mechanisms of autoimmune diseases.

This post-doctoral fellowship will focus on identifying the spatial location and cellular neighbors of granzyme K-expressing CD8 T cells in tissues affected by autoimmune disease. This project will involve a mix of bench science and analysis of spatial transcriptomic and bulk RNA-seq data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize a variety of laboratory experiments and tabulate and analyze the results
• Independently and creatively identify, review, develop, and implement new or modified laboratory techniques and experimental designs required for research projects.
• Coordinate with Shared Resources on campus to arrange and execute necessary components of the project, including sample selection and acquisition and data collection.
• Perform independent basic analysis of spatial transcriptomic data and work with a computational analyst and other collaborators on more sophisticated analyses of spatial transcriptomics datasets.
• Assist and train junior team members and collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Dr. Jonsson launched her lab at CU Anschutz in summer 2023 after spending eight years doing research in lab of world-renowned immunologist and arthritis biologist, Dr. Michael Brenner. During that time, she also worked with a large nationwide research consortium that applied cutting-edge technologies to human tissue samples. Her research will leverage discoveries from these high-profile research collaborations to inform her cellular and molecular immunology studies of autoimmune disease.

The work will take place in a sunny space in a large open-concept lab area that houses several labs in the Division of Rheumatology. The building is surrounded by lawns, trees, and walkways in the center of the beautiful CU Anschutz Medical Campus.

Why work for the University?

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package. To see what benefits are available for Post-Doctoral Fellows, please visit the provided links.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in immunology or a PhD in another biological science with a project that involved a significant immunological component.
• At least three years experience in an experimental or wet laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience working with T cells
• At least two years of experience working with human tissue samples

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques, including safety procedures and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information from other scientist and independently develop complex research protocols.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): 1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position 2. Curriculum vitae / Resume 3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: Anna Helena Jonsson at annahelena.jonsson@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by Sept 13, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range for this position has been established as $62,232 and $75,564.