Lung Immunology Postdoc - NIH Funded Molecular Biology

Postdoctoral Research Associate IV

Position in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, University of Arizona. The research focuses on investigating molecular mechanisms underlying lung infections (viral or fungal) and chronic lung diseases such as asthma. The lab is funded by multiple NIH R01 grants and specializes in molecular immunology and inflammatory mechanisms. Cutting-edge models and technologies, including primary cell/organoid cultures, mouse models, human clinical samples, scRNA‑seq, and CRISPR, are utilized.

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

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

• Strong background 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

• Doctorate degree such as PhD or MD in biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology or a 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‑doctoral experience.

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