Pediatric GI Research Scientist

University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix seeks an Assistant Research Scientist for the Children’s Research Center in Tucson to pursue pediatric GI disorders research. The role focuses on mucosal immunology, epithelial biology, and gut microbiome using human and murine models.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD with five+ years of relevant experience, strong publication records, and proficiency in flow cytometry, cell culture, organoid/iPSC protocols.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related discipline required.
• Minimum of five years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with mouse models of IBD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct moderately complex research experiments in GI-related research.
• Independently execute experiments and analyze data using cell biology and molecular assays.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and coordinate research projects.
• Prepare reports and manuscripts for publication and attend lab meetings.

Skills

Mouse models of IBD

Flow cytometry

Cell culture techniques

Organoid/iPSC culture

Education

PhD in related discipline

Tools

Flow cytometry equipment

Imaging systems

Molecular biology assays kits

Job description

University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix seeks an Assistant Research Scientist for the Children’s Research Center in Tucson to pursue pediatric GI disorders research. The role focuses on mucosal immunology, epithelial biology, and gut microbiome using human and murine models.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD with five+ years of relevant experience, strong publication records, and proficiency in flow cytometry, cell culture, organoid/iPSC protocols.