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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (Full Time)
Posting Number	req25805
Department	Cellular & Molecular Medicine
Department Website Link	https://cmm.arizona.edu/
Location	Tucson Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (CMM) at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to conduct research as well as co-teach gross anatomy at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson. The successful applicant will collaborate on research projects with current faculty and may also pursue their own independent research or scholarly interests. Available research resources at the University of Arizona include microCT, PET, and MR 3D imaging, histology processing facilities, a Nikon Center of Excellence in Microscopy, and a comprehensive suite of core facilities. Current faculty research areas in the department include: clinical anatomy, evolutionary morphology, and cellular and molecular biomedical sciences (primarily but not limited to the foundational understanding of cancer, cardiovascular, and airway disease). Successful candidates must have a strong desire to build a career in clinically-oriented anatomical sciences, and will receive training in gross anatomy (as needed) and mentorship in pedagogy and curriculum design. Applicants without human body donor cadaveric dissection experience will be required to observe and participate in a summer, 5-week intensive anatomy course (June 8 – July 9). 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! 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	Research: Conduct independent or CMM-faculty mentored research or scholarship. Submit research for publication in peer-reviewed journals and/or contribute to the scholarship of teaching and learning at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson. Present findings at departmental seminars and professional meetings. Teaching: Teach anatomy to medical students in the Fall Semester, including laboratory instruction, select lectures, and completing competency evaluations. Teach undergraduate, graduate, and Pre-Medical Admissions Pathway students in a 5-week intensive Summer Session (CMM 401/501): Human Gross Anatomy course, including laboratory instruction and workshops. Teach anatomy to high school students in community outreach programs. Perform prosections as needed for the medical curriculum. Mentorship: Assist in the supervision of 4th year medical students in a preceptorship course, CMM 896: Gross Anatomy Laboratory Assistance. Assist in the supervision of 4th year medical students in advanced special dissection projects in CMM 899G: Selected Topics in Human Gross Anatomy. Help revise exam questions and set up / proctor practical laboratory examinations. Participate in continuing medical education courses in the anatomy laboratory. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.
Minimum Qualifications	Doctoral degree in biomedical sciences, anatomical sciences, biological anthropology, vertebrate paleontology, organismal biology, or related field. Prior advanced coursework in anatomy and physiology.
Preferred Qualifications	Prior human anatomy teaching experience in a dissection-based course. A strong desire to build a career in clinically-oriented anatomical sciences. Research interests aligned with those of the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine.
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	6/8/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Dr Haley O’Brien \| [email protected]
Open Date	4/27/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (Full Time)