Postdoctoral Research Associate I

A translational biomedical postdoctoral position is available to help investigate the chronic inflammatory response to stroke and to assist in the development of several promising new treatments for stroke and Alzheimer’s disease related dementias (ADRDs). The Doyle lab is looking for a highly motivated Ph.D. graduate with a neuroimmunology, immunology, neuroscience, or a biomedical science background to complete basic science experiments with genetically modified mice, and preclinical experiments with several promising compounds aimed at new molecular targets. The successful applicant will be required to monitor the functional consequences of target modulation in adult and aged mice recovering from an experimental model of stroke, and in a model of post-stroke mixed dementia. Experience with immunostaining, neuroinflammation, and mouse behavioral experiments would be highly beneficial.

This postdoctoral position is especially suited for applicants interested in a future career in the neuroimmunology and neurodegeneration biomedical industry. The applicant will receive close mentoring and help in achieving their ultimate career goal. Opportunities for teaching and community outreach will also be provided. More information regarding the lab’s research projects can be found at https://immunobiology.arizona.edu/research/doyle-lab .

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!

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• Work independently under the supervision of the principal investigator.
• Design and conduct experiments, evaluate data, keep precise records of all research activities, and help write grants and manuscripts.
• Stay current with scientific literature.
• Attend and present at lab meetings.
• Assist with the day-to-day running of the lab.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, proactive attitude, and great interpersonal skills.
• Hyper-organized, creative, and tech-savvy. 

• PhD in neuroimmunology, neuroscience, immunology, molecular biology, or a related field.

• Knowledge of both neuroscience and immunology.
• Familiarity with several of the following: immunostaining, RNA sequencing, lipidomics/lipid signaling, neurodegeneration, flow cytometry, stroke models, and/or Alzheimer’s disease models.
• Experience with mouse surgical procedures, mouse husbandry and behavioral testing.
• Experience with either molecular biology, neuroscience, or immunological techniques.