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Postdoctoral Research Associate I

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Oct 10, 2026

Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Posting Number	req27290
Department	James C Wyant Coll Optical Sci
Department Website Link	Wyant College of Optical Sciences
Location	Tucson Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	Advanced 3D microscopic imaging technique development. The Wyant College of Optical Sciences at the University of Arizona is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher under the guidance of Dr. Peng to develop advanced 3D fluorescence imaging techniques for biomedical applications. Candidates with experience in optical science, instrument development and microscopy instrumentation are encouraged to apply. As a Postdoctoral Research Associate, you will work in collaborative projects between optical engineering and bioimaging, design and built microscopy instrument and conduct pilot imaging studies in live tissue and animals. For more information about the research, please click here. 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	Develop and lead an independent research agenda centered on optical instrument design and development. Disseminate work through publications and presentations; contribute to public-engagement opportunities. Develop and implement research initiatives, collaborations, publications, and/or events (e.g., talks, workshops) as needed and relevant to research agendas. Collaborate with faculty and scholars in support of an inclusive academic environment (including organizing collaborative meetings, supervising/mentoring graduate and undergraduate students).
Minimum Qualifications	Must have a Ph.D. in optical science, physics, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field upon hire. ABD candidates who will complete all Ph.D. requirements prior to the start date may be considered. Experience in building and operating imaging instrument. Demonstrate programing skills in MATLAB
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in data acquisition Experience in LabVIEW or C++/C# programing Experience in microscopic imaging study.
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	10/26/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Leilei Peng, pengl@arizona.edu
Open Date	10/8/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
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