Postdoctoral Fellow- Dr. Lim

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

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Lim Lab to study the roles of focal adhesion kinase (FAK) in gene regulation and epigenomic remodeling related to cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The successful candidate will employ molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology techniques, including animal models, to advance understanding and publish findings.

The position offers opportunities to contribute to grant applications and collaborate with a

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Sciences required.
• Strong background in molecular biology techniques, biochemistry, and cell biology.
• Experience with animal models is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Apply molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology to study FAK in gene regulation and epigenomic remodeling.
• Work with animal models to advance understanding and publish findings.
• Assist with grant applications and contribute to manuscripts.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Cell biology

Animal models

Education

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Postdoctoral Fellow- Dr. Lim

Department Name

School/College

School/College Academic Joint Departments

Job Description

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Lim Lab at the University of Alabama at Birmingham ( UAB ). The research focuses on the roles of focal adhesion kinase ( FAK ) in gene regulation and epigenomic remodeling in the context of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and metabolic disorders.
The successful candidate will use molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and animal models to advance understanding and publish findings, with opportunities to contribute to grant applications.

Required Qualifications

PhD inBiomedical Sciences

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Number

Posting Number PF1070P

Open Date

Open Date 08/19/2026

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 .

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

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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 .