Postdoctoral Research Associate

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Company:
The University of Arizona

Job Location:
Tucson, 85724

Category:
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req25560

Department: Immunobiology

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: 1656 E. Mabel Street, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

The Department of Immunobiology is seeking a highly motivated applicant for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position to be co-mentored by Drs. Koenraad Van Doorslaer and Michael Kuhns. This challenging position requires a high level of enthusiasm, dedication, and drive for applicants interested in conducting evolutionary guided research into the molecular mechanisms of T-Cell activation and cell fate decisions (pubmed search: Van Doorslaer K, Kuhns MS).

The Department of Immunobiology at the University of Arizona's College of Medicine is growing into a nationally and internationally recognized research and educational center. We strive to blend the excitement of fundamental immunological research with the relevance of its work. Over the past several decades, Immunobiology has emerged to stand at the forefront of biomedical research and is likely to remain there for many decades to come.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A 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 relocations services, please click here.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct independent experiments and computational analysis, evaluate the data, and keep appropriate records of all research activities.
• Read the literature, participate in scientific discussions with other members of the lab, and attend mandatory lab meetings.
• Perform assigned lab duties to assist in the maintenance of stock reagents or the general operation of the lab, and various other duties or projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, immunology, virology, or related fields.
• Experience with modern molecular biology, biochemistry, and tissue culture techniques.
• Basic Immunological concepts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with live cell fluorescent imaging is helpful.
• Being proficient in Python, R, and/or command line applications is encouraged.

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: DOE

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

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

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates
Tonya Fotheringham, tonyah@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

Special Instructions to Applicant
Upload resume, cover letter and statement of research.

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