The School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research scholar to join Dr. Tatiana Ugarova’s research team. The research team focuses on studying the cellular and molecular mechanisms of macrophage fusion and the role of this process in the host response to implanted biomaterials. This research is supported by the NIH and will investigate the role of integrin adhesion receptors, junctional and fusion molecules, the actin cytoskeleton, and extracellular matrix proteins in macrophage fusion.

The ideal candidate will hold a recent Ph.D. or equivalent degree in cell and molecular biology. Expertise in primary cell isolation and culture, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy and image analysis, and genetic engineering is required.

We are looking for an individual passionate about working with animals, performing microsurgical implantation studies, and characterizing or evaluating scaffold-cell/tissue interactions through immunofluorescent and histochemical staining and imaging. While prior experience with animal models is a plus, training will be provided.

Applicants must be within five years of their Ph.D to be considered.

Salary Range: $61,008 - $70,000; DOE. Postdoctoral scholar appointments are funded for two years on an annual contract basis.

Essential Duties:

The studies will involve live-cell imaging analyses using advanced microscopy techniques, along with in vivo validation of in vitro findings in animal models of biomaterial implantation.

About the School of Life Sciences

The School of Life Sciences has provided a vital hub for creative excellence at Arizona State University, with a community of more than 670 faculty, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and staff, and research that ranges from studies on biodiesel and biohydrogen to vaccine development and the conservation of desert tortoises. As ASU’s first academic unit to fully reflect President Michael Crow’s integrated, interdisciplinary vision for the New American University, the School of Life Sciences offers active and evolving platforms for collaborative, cutting-edge research and faculty whose discovery is freed from traditional institutional boundaries. To learn more about The School of Life Sciences, please visit https://sols.asu.edu/.

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Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Molecular Cell Biology or Biochemistry or Bioengineering, or a related field of study by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated experience in cell and molecular biology techniques.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with animal (mouse) models
• Demonstrated commitment to working with faculty, staff, students and communities to advance the principles of the ASU Charter.

The application deadline is May 10, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. Candidates will be asked to create or use an existing Interfolio Dossier to submit the following application materials:

• Cover Letter (expressing specific interest in the position, career goals, relevant skills and experience)
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact Information (name, title, email, and phone number) for three references who may be contacted at a later stage of consideration.)