Biomedical Informatics & Data Science - Postdoctoral Fellow

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Biomedical Informatics & Data Science. The role focuses on developing computational and AI methods to integrate clinical, genomic, and multi-omics data for disease prediction and precision health.

The Fellow will collaborate with clinicians and researchers across UAB, contributing to publications, grants, and reproducible workflows to advance translational impact.

Qualifications

• PhD in bioinformatics, AI, or health informatics.
• Proficiency in Python and/or R; experience with ML/AI on biomedical data.
• Strong scientific writing and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdisciplinary research projects in clinical informatics and precision health.
• Develop and apply computational methods to integrate biomedical data.
• Contribute to publications, grant proposals, and reproducible workflows.

Skills

Python

R

Machine learning

Scientific writing

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Bioinformatics, AI & Health Applications

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Biomedical Informatics & Data Science - Postdoctoral Fellow

Position Information

Job Title

Biomedical Informatics & Data Science - Postdoctoral Fellow

Department Name

393000000 Dept Of Biomedical Informatics & Data Science

School/College

School of Medicine

Job Description

The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct interdisciplinary research in clinical informatics and precision health, with an emphasis on developing and applying computational, statistical, and artificial intelligence methods to integrate and analyze clinical, genomic, multi-omics, and other biomedical data. The Fellow will contribute to research projects focused on disease prediction, biomarker discovery, patient stratification, clinical outcome modeling, and precision medicine, with the goal of translating data-driven discoveries into clinically relevant applications. The Fellow will collaborate with multidisciplinary investigators and clinicians at UAB and contribute to scientific publications, grant applications, presentations, and development of reproducible computational workflows.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Bioinformatics, AI & Health Application
The Fellow is expected to demonstrate proficiency in computational and statistical analysis of biomedical data, programming in relevant languages such as Python and/or R, and application of machine learning or artificial intelligence methods to clinical and biomedical problems. Additional competencies include data integration and preprocessing, critical interpretation of research findings, scientific writing and communication, reproducible research practices, and the ability to work independently while effectively collaborating within multidisciplinary research teams. The Fellow is also expected to progressively develop research independence, contribute to mentoring of junior trainees, writing career development proposals and acquire the skills necessary for an independent career in clinical informatics and precision health. Prior first-author publications in high quality journals are a must.

Posting Number

PF1078P

Open Date

09/01/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Special Instructions for the Position

A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

About University of Alabama at Birmingham

1720 2nd Ave South
Birmingham, AL 35294
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UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Did you complete postdoctoral training at another institution? Please provide name of institution and duration of tenure (e.g., month/year-month/year)

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Did you complete postdoctoral training at UAB in Birmingham? Please provide duration of tenure (e.g., month/year-month/year)

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcripts (Unofficial Only)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Research Statement
• Letter of Recommendation