Postdoctoral Fellow - DNA Repair and Metabolism
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Location: Birmingham, AL
- Job Number: 7119457
- Posting Date: Jan 5, 2023
- Application Deadline: Feb 3, 2023
Job Description
The candidate must have expertise in immunohistochemistry, cell culture, cloning, cytotoxicity assays, and molecular biology characterization of protein and gene expression. Experience with microscopy, CRISPR, or CHiP is also desirable. Additionally, experience in LC-MS or other metabolomics and pathways analyses is of interest. Dr. Gassman has a multi-disciplinary background and is interested in candidates passionate about science and discovery.
The candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and a collaborative and collegial attitude. This position will provide candidates with skills in experimental design, collaborative research teams, and grant and manuscript writing.
Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or related discipline.
Up to 1 year of postdoctoral experience.
Additional Information:
When applying for the position, please include a 1-pg cover letter with a brief statement of research interests, an updated CV and contact information for at least 3 references. The application should be sent to [email protected] Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with research experience and background. They are based on the NIH Ruth Kirschenstein Postdoctoral Fellow Scale.
About UAB
UAB is consistently rated among the top Universities according to U.S. News and World Reports. UAB is the No. 1 University in The Scientist’s “Best Places to Work for Postdocs”, with particular strengths in career development opportunities, training, and mentoring. UAB has also been named the Top Ranking Best Employer for New Graduates among institutions in education and No. 4 in the U.S. in general, and America’s No. 4 Best Employer for Diversity by Forbes. UAB has been named America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer by Forbes, topping the list of more than 500 public and private corporations, hospitals, universities, Fortune 500 companies and more across dozens of industries.
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
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