HSOM Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine Postdoctoral Fellow - 2

University of Alabama, Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine to advance research on cellular and molecular aspects of sensory physiology, neuroscience, and pain. The lab employs electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology, mouse genetics, animal behavior assessment and AI-driven analysis in a multidisciplinary setting.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a biomedical field with priority given to neuroscience or

Qualifications

• PhD in a biomedical field and experience in neuroscience and/or electrophysiology research will receive top priority.

Skills

Neuroscience research

Electrophysiology

Molecular biology

AI methods

Education

PhD in biomedical field

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Molecular biology

Mouse genetics

AI

Job description

HSOM Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine Postdoctoral Fellow - 2

Position Information

Job Title

HSOM Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine Postdoctoral Fellow - 2

Department Name

311100000 Anesthesiology Chair Office

School/College

School of Medicine

Job Description

Dr. Jianguo Gu’s lab in the Department of Anesthesiology at UAB is seeking an ambitious, motivated candidate interested in research on the cellular and molecular aspects of sensory physiology, neuroscience, and pain. We specifically focus on ion channels and their functions in sensory transduction, conduction, and transmission under both physiological and pathological conditions (see CELL 2014, 157:664-75, cited in 2021 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine; NEURON , 2019, 104:960-971; NEURON , 2024, 112:1286-1301, NATURE COMMUN . 2024, 15:2911). We employ multi-disciplinary approaches, including electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology, mouse genetics, animal behavioral assessment, and artificial intelligence to conduct our research.

Required Qualifications

PhD in a biomedical field and experience in neuroscience and/or electrophysiology research will receive top priority.

Posting Number

PF1094P

Open Date

10/29/2026

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

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Did you do a postdoctoral program at another institution?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Did you do a postdoctoral appointment at UAB in Birmingham? If so, what year did you begin your appointment?”

  (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

• Research Statement
• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcripts (Unofficial Only)

Optional Documents

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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 .