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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Cancer Immunology (Department of Dermatology) Posting Number req20243 Department COM Phx Dermatology Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix Location Greater Phoenix Area Address 475 N. 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA 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. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here . Duties & Responsibilities 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. 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. 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 College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources HR-PHX@arizona.edu Open Date 8/7/2024 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. Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable). Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. 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