Postdoctoral Research Associate , Department of Immunobiology

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Immunobiology

Posting Number req
22723

Department Immunobiology

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Location University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address 1656 E Mabel St, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA

The Department of Immunobiology is seeking highly motivated applicants for a Postdoctoral Research Associate I 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).

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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• 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.

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

• Prior experience with live cell fluorescent imaging.
• Experience working with Python, R, and/or command line applications.

• 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 NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience
• 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
• Target Hire Date
• Expected End Date
• Contact Information for Candidates Dr. Michael Kuhns | mkuhns
• Open Date 5/9/2025
• Open Until Filled Yes

• Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
• Special Instructions to Applicant With your online application, please submit:
  1) Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  2) Cover Letter
  3) Research Statement

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