Job Description

Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Department of Pediatrics Posting Number
req26696 Department
Pediatrics Department Website Link
https://surgery.arizona.edu/ Location
Tucson Campus Address
1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719 USA Position Highlights

The Department of Pediatrics is seeking candidates for the position of Postdoctoral Research Associate I in the research laboratory of Emmanuel Katsanis, MD to pursue studies in transplant and tumor immunology. The successful candidate will join a team working in a research field with promising clinical application.

The scope of research involves murine bone marrow and peripheral blood stem cell transplantation and tumor models. Studies may also include use of human cells and humanized NSG mouse models. Ongoing research includes novel approaches in activating anti-tumor responses, strategies to alter immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment, immunomodulation in murine BMT models, and donor graft manipulation and pharmacological interventions.

• Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Immunological and molecular biological assays in vitro and in vivo.
• Write manuscripts and knowledge of relevant literature.
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Write and assist with grants.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must have strong foundation in cellular and/or tumor immunology.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or MD Degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with a background in immunology and experience with mouse models are preferred.
  Experience with murine models.
• Proficiency in immunologic techniques, flow cytometry, proliferation and cytokine assays, cytotoxicity assays, T cell subset isolation, immunohistochemistry, molecular biological techniques, and mammalian cell culture.

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

Casandra Sanchez

casandrasanchez@arizona.edu

Open Date
8/3/2026 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 missing 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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