Cardiovascular Research Scientist — Bench & Animal Studies

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking an experienced Research Scientist to join the Cardiovascular Disease group. The role focuses on how time of day, diet, and exercise affect cardiovascular health using pre-clinical models, molecular, histological, metabolic, and functional analyses.

Ideal candidates will have advanced lab skills, experience with data analysis, and the ability to collaborate across teams while adhering to established protocols.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master with years of related experience required.
• Multiple advanced lab techniques and data interpretation expected.
• Experience working with bench science and genetic, molecular, or physiological analyses.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench techniques such as Western Blotting, immunoprecipitation, PCR and cell culture.
• Maintain records and analyze data to support research outputs.
• Conduct animal work including care and procedural tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Recordkeeping

Collaboration

Education

Doctorate degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Western Blotting

Immunoprecipitation

PCR

RT‑PCR

Cell culture

Animal handling

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking an experienced Research Scientist to join the Cardiovascular Disease group. The role focuses on how time of day, diet, and exercise affect cardiovascular health using pre-clinical models, molecular, histological, metabolic, and functional analyses.

Ideal candidates will have advanced lab skills, experience with data analysis, and the ability to collaborate across teams while adhering to established protocols.