Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Immunobiology

Phase2 Technology; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reduction

Job summary

The University of Arizona, Tucson Campus, seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in Immunobiology to study chronic inflammation after ischemic stroke, focusing on human post-stroke neuroimmunology with imaging mass cytometry and transcriptomic analysis of brain tissue.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze data, contribute to manuscripts and seminars, and collaborate across disciplines in a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in neuroscience, translational medicine, immunology, biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, or related field by the time of hire.
• Experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, transcriptomics, metabolism, bioinformatics or mass spectrometry.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, conduct, and troubleshoot experiments; analyze and interpret data; maintain records.
• Contribute to laboratory intellectual life through discussions, meetings, seminars.
• Develop research questions and experimental strategies; contribute to manuscripts, abstracts, presentations.
• Communicate findings clearly within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Skills

Imaging mass cytometry

Human tissue FFPE

RNA sequencing

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in neuroscience or immunology or related field

Tools

Mass cytometry instrumentation

Spatial transcriptomics

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Immunobiology

Position Details

• Posting Number: req26998
• Department: Immunobiology
• Department Website Link: https://immunobiology.arizona.edu/
• Location: Tucson Campus
• Address: 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719 USA

Position Highlights

Investigate the mechanisms that drive chronic inflammation after ischemic stroke. The successful candidate will study human post-stroke neuroimmunology using cutting-edge approaches, with a particular emphasis on imaging mass cytometry and transcriptomic analysis of human brain tissue. We are seeking a highly motivated and intellectually curious scientist who is passionate about performing creative, rigorous, and mechanistically driven research. The ideal candidate will have strong critical-thinking and quantitative skills, work effectively in a collaborative research environment, and communicate clearly through both scientific writing and presentation. Candidates should be eager to develop expertise in stroke immunology and to apply state-of-the-art spatial, cellular, and molecular approaches to understand how immune responses contribute to chronic brain injury and recovery after stroke.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A 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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Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently design, conduct, and troubleshoot experiments; analyze and interpret data; and maintain accurate and complete records of research activities.
• Contribute actively to the intellectual life of the laboratory through participation in scientific discussions, lab meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and other research activities.
• Help develop research questions and experimental strategies, and contribute to the preparation of manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and other scholarly products.
• Communicate research findings and scientific ideas clearly and constructively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of or experience with imaging mass cytometry, multiplexed tissue imaging, or related spatial profiling approaches.
• Experience working with human tissue, particularly formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue.
• Experience with RNA sequencing, transcriptomic analysis, or other high-dimensional molecular profiling approaches.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex experimental datasets and integrate findings across complementary experimental approaches.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently troubleshoot experiments and develop new experimental strategies.
• Ability to communicate scientific findings clearly and work effectively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in neuroscience, translational medicine, immunology, biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, or a related field by the time of hire.
• Experience in one of the following fields: molecular biology, biochemistry, transcriptomics, metabolism, bioinformatics or mass spectrometry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or interest in human FFPE tissue or experience in bioinformatics.
• Experience or interest in neuroscience, immunology, or imaging mass cytometry.

Employment Details

• 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

Contact Information for Candidates

Kristian Doyle

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Tammie Rippberger

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