RESEARCH SENIOR - T231619

TopSciNet; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Researcher Senior to lead and advance an integrated program studying trigeminal neuropathic pain. This role combines hands-on experimentation with strategic project management, mentorship, and scientific leadership in a collaborative lab.

Responsibilities include designing and executing behavioral neuroscience, electrophysiology, and molecular biology experiments; supervising animal studies; managing budgets and timelines;

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a related field OR Master’s with 2+ years of experience OR Bachelor’s with 4+ years of experience.
• Experience with trigeminal neuropathic pain models or translational pain research is preferred.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple research projects on trigeminal neuropathic pain.
• Design, plan, and execute behavioral neuroscience, electrophysiology, and molecular biology experiments.
• Conduct or supervise animal behavioral assays and electrophysiological recordings from trigeminal ganglion neurons.
• Mentor and supervise junior researchers, technicians, and trainees.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Contribute to manuscripts, grant proposals, and scientific presentations.
• Ensure compliance with IACUC, biosafety, and institutional guidelines.

Skills

Behavioral neuroscience

Electrophysiology

Molecular biology

Mentorship

Project management

Education

Doctorate in a related field

Master’s in a related field

Bachelor’s in a related field

Tools

Behavioral assays

Electrophysiology equipment

Molecular biology techniques

Job description

University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL — USA

University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL USA Posted Dec 03, 2025 Due Nov 30, 2026

Medical Research

Job Description

Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Posted: November 30, 2025
Category: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Location: University of Alabama at Birmingham, AL, USA
Salary: $60,835 – $98,855 per year

About the Role

The Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine is seeking a Researcher Senior to lead and advance an integrated program studying trigeminal neuropathic pain. This role combines hands-on experimentation, strategic project management, mentorship, and scientific leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple research projects on trigeminal neuropathic pain

Design, plan, and execute behavioral neuroscience, electrophysiology, and molecular biology experiments

Conduct or supervise animal behavioral assays and electrophysiological recordings from trigeminal ganglion neurons

Perform molecular biology experiments (gene/protein expression, signaling pathway analysis)

Interpret data and guide experimental design for future studies

Mentor and supervise junior researchers, technicians, and trainees

Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources

Contribute to manuscripts, grant proposals, and scientific presentations

Facilitate collaboration with internal and external researchers

Ensure compliance with IACUC, biosafety, ethical guidelines, and institutional standards

Qualifications

Required:

Doctorate in a related field OR

Master’s in a related field + 2 years of experience OR

Bachelor’s in a related field + 4 years of experience

Preferred:

Experience with chemotherapeutic-induced neuropathic pain models or trigeminal nerve injury

Translational pain research experience with clinical collaboration potential

History of securing or contributing to grant funding

Schedule: Day/1st shift (final schedule determined by department)

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution, committed to providing equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Title IX compliance ensures prohibition of sex discrimination in all education programs and activities.