We always looking to expand our team with new talented members. Applications considered from students and fellows with expertise in a wide range of disciplines such as genetics, epidemiology, statistics, computer science, pulmonary disease, exercise medicine among others.

Current openings include post-doctoral, pre-doctoral and student research assistants. Research requires either demonstrated aptitude or willingness and interest in learning to write compute code in R and Linux. Training will be provided. Basic understanding of biology and genetics is required.

Prospective post-doctoral/ clinical fellows should send summary of research, CV and names of three references to Dr. Merry-Lynn McDonald: mmcdonald@uab.edu.

Prospective undergraduate research assistants and graduate students please send CV and names of three references to Dr. Merry-Lynn McDonald: mmcdonald@uab.edu.

Opening: Scientist II

Interested applicants should apply here.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Department of Medicine’s Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care, is seeking a Scientist II in the Laboratory of Integrative ‘Omics.

The successful applicant will assist the PI to oversee operations in the research lab including supervision of research staff and trainees. The primary role of the Scientist II will be to use strong project management, communication, and leadership skills to enable execution of project milestones and keep stakeholders informed throughout project lifecycles. In addition, the Scientist II will carry-out dry-lab genomics research, statistical analysis, and interpretation of results. He/she will survey literature and implement new cutting-edge analysis methods as well as assist lab members in their application and interpretation.

General Responsibilities 

  • To employ a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in a particular field of specialization.
  • To plan, design and conduct research and present findings.

Key Duties & Responsibilities 

  1. Oversees a research laboratory comprised of a multidisciplinary team.
  2. Accountable for planning and allocating resources, preparing budgets, monitoring progress, and keeping stakeholders informed throughout project lifecycle. Milestones will comprise completion of multi-omics analyses including but not limited to whole-genome sequence, transcriptomics, metabolomics and proteomics data and dissemination of findings as presentations, manuscripts, and grants.
  3. Collaborates with students, other trainees and team members on design, analysis, application, and reporting of research projects.
  4. Teaches and advises on rigor of analysis and reproducible research.
  5. Develops model concepts and approaches as an individual researcher and acts independently on technical matters.
  6. Prepares analyses, reports, and other documentation for publication.
  7. Participates in writing of grant proposals to obtain funding in support of research activities.
  8. Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment and/or systems.
  9. Keeps up to date on advances in the field by reading the literature and implementing new approaches.
  10. Performs other duties as assigned

Salary Range   $74,100.00 – $97,400.00 Annually  

Qualifications

Requirements 

  • Doctor of Philosophy, D.V.M. or M.D. degree in a related field and four (4) years of related experience
  • OR M.D. and Master’s degree and two (2) years of related experience
  • OR Master’s degree and six (6) years of related experience
  • OR Bachelor’s degree and eight (8) years of related experience

Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. 

Preferences

  • PhD in a Genomics, Bioinformatics, Genetic Epidemiology, Molecular Epidemiology, or related field. 

Key Skills

  • Strong project management skills using Asana, Microsoft Teams or similar.
  • Strong programming skills in Linux and R.
  • Competent efficiently executing jobs using cluster management systems.
  • Experience with cloud computing.
  • Strong writing skills evidenced by published manuscripts.
  • Ability to translate research findings and see the big picture understanding implications for project next step.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a high degree of autonomy.
  • Experience mentoring graduate students and other trainees.
  • Comfortable communicating and presenting in both large team (20-30 project members on zoom call) and small team (day to day meetings with local team) settings.
  • Passion for advancing medicine.

Opening: Post-doctoral research fellow

Interested applicants should apply directly to Dr. McDonald at mmcdonald@uab.edu including cover letter with statement of research interests, CV and names of three references.

The Laboratory of Integrative ‘Omics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has an opening for a post-doctoral fellow. The ideal applicant has a PhD in genetic epidemiology, biostatistics, bioinformatics or genetics and can program in R and at least one scripting language such as Python. Mastery of the English language including strong writing and public speaking skills is required.

Current projects include research using data from several established cohorts including COPD Etiology of Low-Lean muscle (CCELL), the Million Veteran Project (MVP) and the Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine Initiative (TOPMed) among others. Opportunities for method development projects are also available. This work is expected to yield high impact publications. Trainees are also encouraged to develop their own projects enabling development of an independent research career.

Opening: Bioinformatician II

Interested applicants should apply here.

The Laboratory of Integrative ‘Omics in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Medicine, Department of Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has an opening for a bioinformatics II position. The ideal applicant has a PhD or MS degree in bioinformatics, computer science or a related field with strong programming skills in Linux, R and least one scripting language such a Python. The successful applicant will execute analyses of ‘omics data from cohorts including the Cachexia in COPD Etiology of Low-Lean muscle (CCELL), the Million Veteran Project (MVP) and the Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine Initiative (TOPMed) among others. The employee will execute integrative ‘omics analyses, build and maintain analysis pipelines, present research at conferences, survey the literature for new cutting-edge analysis methods, attend lab meetings as well as provide advice for trainees as they complete their research objectives.

The ideal applicant has a PhD or MS degree in bioinformatics, computer science or a related field with strong programming skills in Linux, R and at least one scripting language such a Python. Candidates with BS degrees and 4 years’ experience will also be considered. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for developing and implementing analysis pipelines for genomics data. Strong mastery of English is required. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary.

Opening: Post-doctoral Fellow

Interested applicants should apply here.

The Laboratory of Integrative ‘Omics (https://sites.uab.edu/mcdonaldlab/) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has an opening for a post-doctoral fellow. The ideal applicant has a PhD in genetic epidemiology, biostatistics, bioinformatics or genetics and can program in R and at least one scripting language such as Python. Mastery of the English language including strong writing and public speaking skills is required. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Current projects include research using data from several established cohorts including COPD Etiology of Low-Lean muscle (CCELL), the Million Veteran Project (MVP) and the Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine Initiative (TOPMed) among others. Opportunities for method development projects are also available. This work is expected to yield high impact publications. Trainees are also encouraged to develop their own projects enabling essential training and development opportunity for becoming an independent research career.

UAB is a highly collegial and interactive environment. UAB has an active Office of Postdoctoral Education (OPE) which provides mentoring and career guidance. Competitive postdoc awards are available including internships, grant incentives, funds to enhance education and collaboration outside UAB, and teaching opportunities at local universities. A Postdoc Research Day with monetary awards is held annually.

Birmingham, Alabama is great place to live with warm weather the majority of the year. The city has vibrant live music and restaurant scenes. The cost of living is low and has been ranked the #1 most affordable US city by Forbes. Birmingham is located approximately 3 hours driving to Atlanta or Nashville and approximately 4 hours driving to Florida beaches or New Orleans.

Interested individuals should email a cover letter, CV, the names of 3 references to:

Dr. Merry-Lynn McDonald: mmcdonald@uab.edu.