POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Are you interested in studying the immune response to skin cancer? If you are, the College of Medicine-Phoenix is searching for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the cancer immunology laboratory of Dr. Karen Hastings within the Department of Dermatology.
Our basic science and translational projects span from antigen presentation, prediction of immunogenic neoantigens, to T cell-mediated control of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma, utilizing immunological, cellular and molecular biological techniques, mouse models, human specimens, and bioinformatics.
We are looking for applicants with wet lab immunology research experience driving the successful completion of projects and authoring peer-reviewed research publications. Applicants should be highly motivated, conscientious, able to work independently under direction of the principal investigator, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
Opportunities for professional development to enhance career progression include presentation of research findings at national meetings, mentorship in grant and manuscript writing, networking, teaching, and public policy/advocacy. For further information, please visit hastings.lab.arizona.edu.
This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.
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!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in immunology or related field of study.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Expertise with cell culture, multicolor flow cytometry, in vitro assays using primary APC and T cells isolated from lymphoid organs, blood, tumors and skin, immunofluorescence, mouse models, and/or primary human cells.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
• Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.
• Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats

• Design and perform experiments, interpret data, and analyze results independently under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Apply new assays and techniques to advance your research project.
• Assume progressively more autonomous responsibilities for project developmentand execution with the aim of career maturation towards becoming an independent scientist. Additional career development opportunities will be tailored to individual’s goals.
• Participate in laboratory meetings, seminars and journal clubs.
• Present research findings at local and national meetings and conferences.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, writing grant proposals, submitting fellowship applications, and preparing progress reports.
• Foster collaborations and network with researchers in the Department, University and outside institutions.
• Assist in training and supervision of laboratory staff and students.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
• Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.
• Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.