Postdoctoral Research Associate

Open NIH-funded postdoctoral research position

Pseudomonas aeruginosa host-pathogen interactions

The Ulijasz lab is committed to mentoring an innovative and motivated individual who has a passion for science and is a team player. You need to communicate well with others and have had experience mentoring other scientists. The candidate will work both independently and also with the PI, other postdocs, graduate students, technicians, and other labs/facilities to accomplish research goals in molecular biology and microbial infection. Our lab uses a variety of biochemical, cell biology, and molecular techniques to answer important questions in the field of microbiology.

This exciting NIH-funded project is focused on host-pathogen interactions of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The project involves interrogating the use of aldehydes by phagocytes as a weapon against P. aeruginosainfection, where we have elucidated several novel genes involved in the sensing and remediation of host (and intrinsically) produced aldehydes. In addition, we are interested in how P. aeruginosa and other Gram-negatives are able to survive intracellularly. UAB hosts a well-funded Cystic Fibrosis Research Center with its own cores and vast opportunities for collaboration and furthering a postdoctoral mentorship.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate must possess a Doctorate degree in the field of microbiology, biochemistry/structural biology, immunology, or a related field.
• The candidate must have a strong record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• If you have a strong commitment to excellence in research and possess the required qualifications, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• The role requires a person who is creative and passionate about scientific experimentation, interpretation of results and publishing their work.
• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to establish their own line of research, taking advantage of the excellent scientific and collaborative research environment at UAB.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals
• Maintain a strong record of excellence in research
• Maintain current knowledge in the field of microbiology and immunology
• Lead research projects and teams when necessary
• Present research findings at conferences and meetings
• Supervise research assistants and PhD students

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Please contact:

Dr. Andrew T. Ulijasz

Department of Medicine/Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine

Email: atulijasz@uabmc.edu

Applicants must provide:

1. A letter of intent

2. A current CV

3. Three emails/phone numbers of references to contact (unless the applicant wishes to provide these later).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Genetics & Genomics
• Infectious Disease

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Birmingham, AL 35205 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Birmingham, AL 35205: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $61,000 - $72,000