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Postdoctoral Research Associate II
Tucson, AZ, United States
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| Postdoctoral Research Associate II | |
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| Posting Number | req17306 |
| Department | Children's Research Center |
| Department Website Link | https://peds.arizona.edu/ |
| Location | University of Arizona Health Sciences |
| Address | 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85724 USA |
| Position Highlights | Seeking candidates for the position of Postdoctoral Research Associate II for the research laboratory of Richard Simpson, PhD to pursue studies in exercise immune-oncology. Research involves utilizing human and murine tumor models in the context of exercise and muscle-derived cytokine signaling. Ongoing research includes novel approaches in activating anti-tumor responses through exercise and adrenergic receptor signaling, using exercise to alter immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment, and preclinical studies involving the collection of immune cells from exercising donors for the manufacture of therapeutic cell products. donor graft manipulation and pharmacological interventions. Candidates should have a PhD and a strong foundation in cellular and/or tumor immunology and cytokine biology. Candidates with a background in immunology and/or exercise physiology and experience with mouse models are of particular interest. The successful candidate will join a team working in a research field with promising clinical applications. https://katsanis-simpsonlab.arizona.edu 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. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here . |
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| Minimum Qualifications |
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| Preferred Qualifications | * Proficiency in immunologic techniques, flow cytometry, proliferation and cytokine assays, cytotoxicity assays, T cell subset isolation, immunohistochemistry, molecular biological techniques, mammalian cell culture and experience with murine models. |
| 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 | $57,300 |
| 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 | 10/30/2023 |
| Expected End Date | |
| Contact Information for Candidates | Richard Simpson, PhD | rjsimpson@arizona.edu or 520-621-0012 |
| Open Date | 8/28/2023 |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply | Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | |
| Diversity Statement | At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. |
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