Postdoctoral Research Associate, Cellular & Molecular Medicine (Full-Time)

Provide scientific leadership to ensure alignment with grant aims and research goals.

Conduct and analyze high-resolution imaging experiments

• Utilize advanced technologies including AXR confocal, SoRa spinning disk confocal, and super-resolution microscopy to perform live-cell and fixed-cell imaging. Apply advanced image processing using ImageJ, Matlab, and other platforms.
• Interpret complex imaging datasets and integrate findings into experimental aims.
• Lead figure preparation and manuscript drafting for high-impact publications.

Drive strategic research development and scientific dissemination

• Represent the lab's scientific contributions at national and international conferences.

Mentor and provide scientific leadership within the laboratory

• Supervise and mentor graduate students and staff scientists.
• Provide expert guidance on experimental design, resource needs, and project direction.
• Support a culture of scientific excellence and continuous development.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in a related field, such as cardiovascular biology, with physiology, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in cellular and molecular biology, including extensive experience with human primary cells, multiple cell lines, and complex host-pathogen systems.
• Advanced experience using and training on high-resolution imaging technologies, including confocal and super-resolution microscopy (e.g., AXR, SoRa), and expert-level image processing using ImageJ, Matlab, or equivalent platforms.
• Excellent track-record of mentorship and interpersonal skills, including experience with development of graduate students, and technical staff in a high-functioning research environment.

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

Dr. Jean Wilson | jeanw@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

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