Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Immunobiology

The University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Research Associate I will investigate how human papillomaviruses reshape the cellular environment to persist and drive cancer. The successful candidate will study HPV–host interactions using single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, engineered human tissue models, and innate immune signaling, applying cellular, molecular, and genomic approaches to understand how HPV remodels host cells and tissues during infection and progression to cancer.

The role includes providing bioinformatics support to the lab, designing and conducting research, analyzing and interpreting data, and contributing to the laboratory’s collaborative research environment. The candidate will help develop research questions and experimental strategies and contribute to scholarly communication through manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and discussions.

This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position at the University of Arizona’s Tucson Campus, with 40 hours worked per week. Visa sponsorship is not available. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a field relevant to biomedical sciences or computer science by the time of hire.
• Experience in at least one of the following fields: molecular biology, biochemistry, transcriptomics, bioinformatics, or mass spectrometry.
• 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, including the ability to independently troubleshoot experiments and develop new experimental strategies.
• Ability to communicate scientific findings clearly and work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability programs
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reduction at U of A, ASU, and NAU for the employee and qualified family members
• Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
• Innovative work-life programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree