Neurology Postdoc - Jaunarajs

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jaunarajs lab in the Department of Neurology at University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow for a 6-month research appointment focused on pathological neurocircuitry in response to Parkinson disease therapeutics.

The fellow will perform data analysis, contribute to manuscript preparation, and collaborate with investigators, with a PhD and strong publication record expected.

Qualifications

• PhD required with a strong publication record.
• Experience in microscopy, computational methods, and animal research is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects focused on pathological neurocircuitry in response to Parkinson disease therapeutics.
• Perform data analyses for published and in-progress studies.
• Assist with manuscript preparation and dissemination of findings.
• Collaborate with neuroscience researchers and clinicians on project goals.

Skills

Publication record

Microscopy

Computational methods

Animal research

Education

PhD

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Neurology Postdoc - Jaunarajs

Department Name

Department Name 311500000 Neurology Chair Office

School/College

School/College School of Medicine

Job Description

The Jaunarajs lab in the Department of Neurology at University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow for a 6-month research appointment. The fellow will contribute to projects focused on pathological neurocircuitry in response to Parkinson disease therapeutics, including data analysis, manuscript preparation, and collaborative research activities. Applicants should hold a PhD and have a strong publication record. Experience in microscopy, computational methods, and animal research is desirable.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should hold a PhD and have a strong publication record. Experience in microscopy, computational methods, and animal research is desirable.

Posting Number

PF1083P

Open Date

09/15/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions for the Position

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

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 .

About University of Alabama at Birmingham

Supplemental Questions

• * 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

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