This is an exciting opportunity to take on a newly funded project to investigate T cell responses in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, using mouse models and patient samples, in the laboratory of Dr. Karen Taraszka Hastings at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. Other ongoing projects in our laboratory include studies of the role of gamma-interferon-inducible lysosomal thiol reductase (GILT) in antigen presentation, T cell development, melanoma outcome, autoimmunity, and redox status. Opportunities for professional development include presentation of research findings at national meetings, mentorship in grant and manuscript writing, teaching, and public policy, which will enhance career progression.

For further information, please visit http://phoenixmed.arizona.edu/directory/hastings-karen and http://hastings.lab.arizona.edu/

Duties and responsibilities:  

• Design and perform experiments, interpret data, and analyze results independently under the direction of the principal investigator.

• Present research findings at internal, local and national scientific meetings.

• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.

• Grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.

• Assist in training and supervision of technical staff and/or students.

• Assume progressively more autonomous responsibilities for project development and execution with the aim of career maturation towards becoming an independent scientist. Additional career development opportunities will be tailored to individual’s goals.

• There may be additional duties assigned as it relates to this position.