Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Immunobiology

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Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Immunobiology
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Posted: 5/9/2025

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Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Department of Immunobiology
Posting Number req22723
Department Immunobiology
Department Website Link https://immunobiology.arizona.edu/
Location University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address 1656 E Mabel St, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA
Position Highlights

The Department of Immunobiology is seeking highly motivated applicants for a Postdoctoral Research Associate I position to be co-mentored by Drs. Koenraad Van Doorslaer and Michael Kuhns. This challenging position requires a high level of enthusiasm, dedication, and drive for applicants interested in conducting evolutionary guided research into the molecular mechanisms of T-Cell activation and cell fate decisions (pubmed search: Van Doorslaer K, Kuhns MS).

Outstanding UA 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
  • Conduct independent experiments and computational analysis, evaluate the data, and keep appropriate records of all research activities.
  • Read the literature, participate in scientific discussions with other members of the lab, and attend mandatory lab meetings.
  • Perform assigned lab duties to assist in the maintenance of stock reagents or the general operation of the lab, and various other duties or projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, immunology, virology, or related fields.
  • Experience with modern molecular biology, biochemistry, and tissue culture techniques.
  • Experience working with basic Immunological concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience with live cell fluorescent imaging.
  • Experience working with Python, R, and/or command line applications.
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 Dr. Michael Kuhns | mkuhns@arizona.edu
Open Date 5/9/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant With your online application, please submit:
    1) Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
    2) Cover Letter
    3) Research Statement
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