Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Immunobiology

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Tuition reduction for employee family

Recreation and cultural activities

Job summary

University of Arizona invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in Immunobiology to investigate how human papillomaviruses reshape the cellular environment to persist and drive cancer. The role focuses on HPV-host interactions using single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, engineered tissue models, and innate immune signaling.

The candidate will work in a collaborative setting and develop expertise in virology and cancer biology.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biomedical sciences or computer science or a closely related field.
• Experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, transcriptomics, bioinformatics or mass spectrometry.

Responsibilities

• Bioinformatics support for the lab.
• Independently design, conduct, and troubleshoot experiments; analyze and interpret data; maintain records.
• Contribute to intellectual life through lab meetings, seminars, and discussions.
• Help develop research questions and experimental strategies; contribute to manuscripts and presentations.

Skills

Omics data

RNA sequencing

Transcriptomics

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in biomedical sciences or computer science

Tools

Single-cell sequencing

Spatial transcriptomics

Bioinformatics tools

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Immunobiology

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Immunobiology

Posting Number req27418

Department Immunobiology

Department Website Link https://immunobiology.arizona.edu/

Location Tucson Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

Investigate how human papillomaviruses reshape the cellular environment to persist and drive cancer. The successful candidate will study HPV-host interactions using cutting-edge approaches, with a particular emphasis on single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, engineered human tissue models, and innate immune signaling. 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 virology and cancer biology and to apply state-of-the-

Visa sponsorship is not available for this positions.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; 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!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Bioinformatics support for the lab.
• 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 various omics data.
• 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 findingsclearly and work effectively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary researchenvironment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a field relevant to biomedical sciences or computer science by the time of hire.
• Experience in one of the following fields: molecular biology, biochemistry, transcriptomics, bioinformatics or mass spectrometry.

Preferred Qualifications

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 Tammie Rippberger, [e-mail]

Open Date 10/21/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

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

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