A230902
Mentor: Dr. Ming He, Department of Pathology
Description
A postdoctoral position is immediately available for a highly motivated candidate to work on an NIH funded translational project in the laboratories of Dr. Ming He (Department of Pathology).
The project focuses on the epigenetic regulations (e.g., RNA editing and histone modifications) in vascular smooth muscle cells and endothelial cells under hyperglycemia, shear stress, aging, or other cardiovascular risk factors. Our research interest is to synergize basic mechanistic research and clinical evidence to elucidate epigenomic and epitranscriptomic regulations in vascular cells, including the identification of new pathophysiological mechanisms and therapeutic targets for human cardiovascular diseases. The complete List of PI’s published work in MyBibliography: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/1vWQwz5t9RvAD/bibliography/public/
The successful applicant will be able to generate hypotheses, design experiments, interpret data, troubleshoot, and accurately document experiments. They must be able to analyze and interpret data from different sources and draw relevant conclusions, present results at internal and external meetings, and contribute to the writing of reports and manuscripts. Required skills include tissue culture, experimental mouse husbandry, expression analysis, immunoprecipitation-Western blots, gene knock-down approaches, immunohistochemistry, RNA preparation, gene cloning, and PCR.
The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of extension contingent on satisfactory performance. Salary will follow NIH guidelines commensurate with training and experience.
Qualifications
Postdoc candidates should have Ph.D., M.D., or an equivalent degree. Previous research experience in vascular diseases/physiology, or biochemistry/molecular/cell biology, or bioinformatics, or related areas is preferred.
Interested candidates should submit CV, a cover letter detailing research experience and contact details of three references to:
Dr. Ming He, Ph.D. & M.D.
Division of Molecular and Cellular Pathology,
Department of Pathology
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB).
Email:
What we offer?
A dynamic and stimulating working environment in a young, enthusiastic, motivated international team with English as main language.
- You will be offered excellent training, leaning state-of-the-art technologies in biomedical research.
- You will receive an annual travel allowance to conferences, e.g., AHA Scientific Sessions or Vascular Discovery – ATVB meeting.
- The UAB has multiple core facilities managed by a team of experts, all the members in PI’s lab have the access to core facilities.
- Training in project management (e.g. supervision of master students, writing of manuscripts and funding proposal, budget management) which will give you the opportunity to develop your career path, your competences and your skills.
- The unique opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary international team and to contribute to the discovery and development of novel therapeutic targets.
- Starting as soon as possible.
About our Postdoc Office
UAB is committed to the development and success of outstanding postdoctoral scientists. Here at UAB, nearly 300 postdoctoral fellows are training currently in a variety of disciplines. Competitive postdoc awards are available including internships, grant incentives, funds to enhance education and collaboration outside UAB, and teaching opportunities at local universities. There is also a Postdoc Research Day with monetary awards. The Office of Postdoctoral Education strongly encourages UAB research mentors to follow the National Research Service Award stipend level guidelines, and postdoctoral scholars qualify for health, life, and other insurances. They also have the right to participate in the university’s 403(b) program and enjoy vacation, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and other benefits.
About the University
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a research university and academic health center that discovers, teaches, and applies knowledge for the intellectual, cultural, social, and economic benefit of Birmingham, the state, and beyond. UAB is internationally renowned for its intensely collaborative culture that has — for more than five decades — produced breakthroughs in education, health care, research, and service. UAB was ranked #1 in the United States, and in the top 10 worldwide, in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2018 Young University Rankings.
Spanning more than 100 city blocks, UAB is the state of Alabama’s largest single employer with nearly 28,000 employees and has an annual, state-wide economic impact of $12.1 billion. U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 “America’s Best Graduate Schools” ranks 16 UAB graduate programs among the nation’s top 25 and eight UAB specialties were ranked among the nation’s top 50 in the magazine’s 2022-2023 Best Hospitals report. UAB research grants and awards are at a record high, totaling $715 million in FY22 — a 50% increase over the past five years. UAB ranks 33rd among all universities in federal research funding and 17th among public universities. UAB's NIH funding continues to grow among peer institutions in the Southeast and beyond, with the university ranking 25th among all universities in NIH funding and 11th among public universities.
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.
For more information on Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action at UAB, visit the UAB Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion opens a new website, call (205) 934-8762, or contact the office at 701 20th Street South, AB 336, Birmingham, AL 35294-0103.
