Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Immunobiology

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Tuition reduction

Job summary

The University of Arizona invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate I in Immunobiology on the Tucson campus. The successful candidate will investigate mechanisms of chronic inflammation after ischemic stroke, focusing on human post-stroke neuroimmunology using imaging mass cytometry and transcriptomic analysis of brain tissue.

The role emphasizes independent design and execution of experiments, collaboration in a multidisciplinary lab, and contribution to manuscripts and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and troubleshoot experiments; analyze data; maintain records.
• Contribute to lab discussions, meetings, and seminars.
• Develop research questions and contribute to manuscripts and presentations.
• Communicate findings clearly within a collaborative environment.

Skills

Imaging mass cytometry

FFPE tissue

RNA sequencing

Data analysis

Critical-thinking

Scientific communication

Education

Ph.D. in neuroscience

Biochemistry

Tools

Bioinformatics

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Immunobiology

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.

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

Kristian Doyle

[e-mail]

Tammie Rippberger

[e-mail]

Open Date 9/4/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

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

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