Researcher/Scientist III, Immunobiology
Posting Number: req21122
Department: Immunobiology
Location: University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
A Researcher/Scientist III position is available to qualified applicants in the laboratory of Dr. Janko Nikolich in the Department of Immunobiology, College of Medicine, and University of Arizona. This position will provide expertise and perform experiments to define immune mechanisms underlying the development of accelerated immune aging in mice and/or humans, including geriatric syndromes affecting individuals and/or animals living, and aging, with cytomegalovirus and/or with ART-controlled HIV. A competitive candidate will possess demonstrable expertise in at least one of the following areas: cellular immunology, virology (especially prior work with HIV), molecular biology, or biochemistry. Candidates should be amenable to training others to experimentally validate new hypotheses emerging from this laboratory's work. An ideal candidate will possess expertise in cellular immunology and one other of the above areas. For description of laboratory interests and publications, click here.Outstanding UA 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; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
- Creates, conceptualizes, and executes research endeavors, evaluate the data, and keep appropriate records of all research activities.
- Cross-correlate and integrate results from different types of analysis and report on findings. Together with PI, formulate hypotheses on new pathways underlying immune aging.
- Applies extensive knowledge to tasks and demonstrates proficiency in using university systems and departmental tools.
- Train and oversee undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, and other personnel in a wide range of essential procedures and techniques.
- Read literature, participate in scientific discussions with other members of the lab, and attend mandatory lab meetings.
- Receive training in wet-lab immunology and virology techniques and perform experiments to validate hypotheses, specifically related to microbial pathogens and the intersect of aging and infection in biological outcomes.
- Participate and/or attend departmental functions and lectures.
- Perform assigned lab duties to assist in the maintenance of stock reagents or the general operation of the lab, and various other duties or projects as assigned.
- May co-author publications and co-present findings with principal investigators at conferences or meetings.
- Participate and/or attend departmental functions and lectures.
- Perform assigned lab duties to assist in the maintenance of stock reagents or the general operation of the lab, and various other duties or projects as assigned.
- May co-author publications and co-present findings with principal investigators at conferences or meetings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Eager to perform novel multidisciplinary experiments.
- Basic understanding of virus-host interactions and immune ageing.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience performing molecular biology, flow cytometry, and mouse model work.
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: $59,404 - $74,254
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
8
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum
$59404
Grade Range Midpoint
$74254
Grade Range Maximum
$89105
Career Stream and Level
PC3
Job Family
Researchers & Scientists
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Dr. Janko Nikolich | nikolich@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
With your online application, please submit:- 1) Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2) Cover Letter
3) Research Statement
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