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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Child Health (College of Medicine-Phoenix)
Posting Number
req26148
Department
COM Phx Child Health
Department Website Link
College of Medicine-Phoenix
Location
Greater Phoenix Area
Address
475 N. 5th St. , Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights
The Department of Child Health is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the laboratory of Dr. Tatiana Kalin. The lab studies molecular mechanisms involved in tissue injury/repair and carcinogenesis. Several projects are available, including the role of endothelial cells and pericytes during lung injury and regeneration and the role of tumor micro-environments in cancer progression. The position will involve the use of animal models, human cell lines, and cutting-edge technologies, including nanoparticle delivery systems and omics. These research projects have the potential to lead to new therapies, which will then be tested in clinical trials. The fellowship will provide training opportunities.
This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research. Develop and strengthen collaborative network.
• Design, and lead comprehensive research projects.
• Utilize and troubleshoot new research methods.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments.
• Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University.
• Derive, analyze, and format data for publications, presentations, and grant proposals.
• Perform statistical and graphical analysis of data.
• Independently reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques currently used.
• Present results at laboratory meetings, conferences, and publish papers.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data and submitting grant applications and progress reports.
• Ensure regulatory compliance of research activities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to develop reports and present results in oral and written formats.
• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing data analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to participate in scientific conferences and present research findings.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or MD in Biomedical Sciences or a related field of study.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microscopy experience, particularly fluorescence and confocal imaging and analysis.
• Experience with flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, and protein analysis.
• Experience with animal models.
• Bioinformatic analysis experience, including R programming.

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
Office of Talent Acquisition
talent@arizona.edu
Open Date
5/29/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) 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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