Postdoctoral Research Associate IV

Postdoctoral Research Associate IV

Posting Number
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24147

Department
Pharmacology and Toxicology

Department Website Link
https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Location
University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Chen lab in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, University of Arizona is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to investigate molecular mechanisms underlying lung infections (viral or fungal) and chronic lung diseases such as asthma. Research in the Chen lab is currently supported by multiple NIH R01 grants and focuses on molecular immunology and inflammatory mechanisms.

Cutting-edge research models (eg. primary cell/organoid cultures, mouse models and human clinical samples) and technologies (e.g. scRNA-seq, CRISPR) are utilized in the lab. the PI is highly experienced in mentoring postdoctoral trainees and is strongly supportive for their career development.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead a NIH funded project studying inflammation and immunology in lung diseases.
• Screen literature, perform critical analysis of prior research, design and execute experiments, troubleshoot once necessary.
• Write manuscripts, and present data in research conferences. Contribute to grant applications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong background knowledge in molecular and cellular biology techniques (qPCR, Western blot, CRISPR, etc.)
• Knowledge of in vitro cell models and in vivo animal models (viral/fungal)
• Knowledge of general pathophysiology and molecular biology
• Proficiency in data analysis
• Strong problem-solving and experimental design skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate degree such as PhD or MD in biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology or related field is required. Proven research record, including at least two first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Three (3) or more years of Post Doc experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in immunology or prior research experience in lung disease models or first-author publication(s) in high-impact journals.

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
Yin Chen | bosschen

Open Date
10/9/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter

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