We are currently seeking creative, motivated, and inquisitive individuals at various career stages. Join us and become part of our innovative team pushing the boundaries of genomic and computational research.
Undergraduate Students
Interested undergraduate students at UAB or in the Birmingham area should contact Dr. Worthey (lworthey@uab.edu) directly for information on available positions. We welcome students from both Biology and Computer Science/Data Science/Statistics backgrounds. We offer projects ranging from software development and data analytics to biomedical research.
Graduate Students
Individuals interested in pursuing a Ph.D. at UAB with a strong background in biomedical science, computational biology, or bioinformatics should apply to the UAB Graduate Biomedical Sciences (GBS) program. The program includes eight distinct research themes, with the Genetics, Genomics, & Bioinformatics (GGB) theme most directly correlating to our work.
We are also open to MSc students. Interested students should contact Dr. Worthey (lworthey@uab.edu) for more details. Additionally, we welcome collaborations with the Computer Science department to train graduate students in biomedical applications.
Current UAB GBS graduate students should contact Dr. Worthey (lworthey@uab.edu) for information about lab rotations. Our lab is open to adding an additional graduate student for 2024-2025, with funding secured for this position.
Postdoctoral Fellows
Postdoctoral candidates should contact Dr. Worthey (lworthey@uab.edu) with the following:
- A resume
- A brief research statement outlining past and future research directions
- Contact information for references
Ideal candidates will demonstrate dedication to research, motivation to learn new approaches, a can-do attitude, and a willingness to contribute to the team’s success and integrity.
Join us in shaping the future of genomic and computational research!
