Postdoc Lu Lab

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham, School of Medicine, invites applications for a Postdoctoral position in the Lu Lab. The successful candidate will work on cancer biology projects under the supervision of Dr. Rui Lu.

Applicants must hold a PhD or MD/PhD in a relevant field. A strong track record in related research and hands-on experience in modern molecular biology techniques are desirable. Open Date 09/08/2026; position open until filled; background check is required.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD in a relevant field.

Education

PhD or MD/PhD

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Postdoc Lu Lab

Department Name

School/College

School/College School of Medicine

Job Description

Postdoctoral position available for highly motivated individuals to join the laboratory of Dr. Rui Lu at University of Alabama Birmingham O’Neal cancer center.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should hold a PhD or MD/PhD in a relevant field.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Number

Posting Number PF1080P

Open Date

Open Date 09/08/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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 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
• Graduate Transcripts (Unofficial Only)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

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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.