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Mentor: Dr. Jillian Richter, Department of Surgery
Postdoctoral Fellow in Vascular Biology and Trauma
A Postdoctoral Fellowship position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Jillian Richter within the Department of Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and creative investigator in the field of vascular biology and endothelial cell glycobiology, focusing primarily on trauma-induced inflammation and coagulation research. The successful applicant would be expected to develop an independent research agenda leading to extramural funding, and ideally toward complete independence in 3-5 years of training. Salary will be commensurate with experience based on the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award Stipend guidelines.
Dr. Richter’s extramurally-funded research program utilizes state-of-the-art molecular, cellular, and bioengineering techniques to evaluate the biological mechanisms linking endothelial glycocalyx damage to the development and progression of endotheliopathy that drives organ dysfunction after traumatic injury. The successful applicant is expected to implement a multidisciplinary approach to research that will involve working with small animal models of trauma-hemorrhage, bioengineered cell culture systems, and clinical/patient samples.
Primary responsibilities of this position include designing and performing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, assisting other lab members and projects; applying for postdoctoral funding opportunities; writing and submitting manuscripts; and presenting at national or international meetings.
A background in vascular biology or glycobiology is highly desirable. Prior experience in animal handling, cell culture, and protein- and molecular-based assays is essential. Candidates with a Ph.D. in cell/molecular biology, immunology, physiology/pharmacology or a related discipline are encouraged to apply.
Enthusiastic and highly-motivated candidates should submit a CV, a cover letter detailing research experience, and contact information of three references to:
Jillian Richter
Department of Surgery
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Email:
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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.
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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.
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