Postdoctoral Research Associate, Cellular & Molecular Medicine
Listed on 2026-11-05
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Biomedical Science, Biotech Research
Department:
Cellular & Molecular Medicine
Department Website Link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
Location:
Tucson Campus
Address:
Tucson, AZ USA
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Wilson Laboratory within the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine at the University of Arizona. The laboratory is focused on intestinal epithelial biology and viral pathogenesis. This individual will design and execute complex experiments and contribute to the development of novel methodologies and scientific insight. The role requires mastery in advanced imaging techniques, including confocal and super-resolution microscopy, as well as deep expertise in molecular and cellular biology.
This individual will be responsible for generating high impact publications and mentoring laboratory staff and trainees.
Visa sponsorship is available for this positions.
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!
Duties & Responsibilities Lead the design, coordination, and execution of complex experimental research across multiple laboratories- Design, execute, and manage advanced experiments focused on intestinal barrier function and cytomegalovirus infection.
- Provide scientific leadership to ensure alignment with grant aims and research goals.
- Utilize advanced technologies including AXR confocal, SoRa spinning disk confocal, and super-resolution microscopy to perform live-cell and fixed-cell imaging. Apply advanced image processing using ImageJ, Matlab, and other platforms.
- Interpret complex imaging datasets and integrate findings into experimental aims.
- Lead figure preparation and manuscript drafting for high-impact publications.
- Represent the lab's scientific contributions at national and international conferences.
- Supervise and mentor graduate students and staff scientists.
- Provide expert guidance on experimental design, resource needs, and project direction.
- Support a culture of scientific excellence and continuous development.
- PhD in a related field, such as cardiovascular biology, with physiology, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology.
- 5-10 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in cellular and molecular biology, including extensive experience with human primary cells, multiple cell lines, and complex host-pathogen systems.
- Advanced experience using and training on high-resolution imaging technologies, including confocal and super-resolution microscopy (e.g., AXR, SoRa), and expert-level image processing using ImageJ, Matlab, or equivalent platforms.
- Excellent track-record of mentorship and interpersonal skills, including experience with development of graduate students, and technical staff in a high-functioning research environment.
- 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
Dr. Jean Wilson | jeanw
Important Dates- Open Date: 10/27/2026
- Open Until Filled:
Yes
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