Postdoctoral Researcher

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher

Department Name

Department Name 311363000 Neurosurg-Laboratory Research

School/College

School of Medicine

Job Description

A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in our laboratory at the University of Alabama at Birmingham ( UAB ) to develop novel immunotherapeutic strategies for malignant brain tumors. The successful candidate will work on projects aimed at understanding tumor-immune interactions and developing innovative approaches to overcome immunosuppression in the brain tumor microenvironment. The research will combine mechanistic studies with preclinical evaluation of new therapeutic strategies, with the ultimate goal of translating laboratory discoveries into more effective treatments for patients with brain tumors. The postdoctoral fellow will have opportunities to develop independent research projects, present findings at national and international scientific meetings, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and receive mentoring toward the development of an independent research career.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in cancer biology, immunology, molecular biology, neuroscience, pharmacology, biomedical sciences, or a related field
• Strong interest in cancer immunology and the development of new therapeutic approaches for brain tumors
• Demonstrated experience in experimental biomedical research
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team
• Strong scientific communication and organizational skills
• Evidence of scientific productivity, including peer-reviewed publications

Experience in all of the research areas listed above is not required. Candidates with strong training in a related field and an interest in transitioning into brain tumor immunology are encouraged to apply.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred but not required:

• Cancer immunology or tumor microenvironment research
• Flow cytometry and immune-cell profiling
• Molecular and cellular biology techniques
• Development or evaluation of immunotherapeutic agents
• Analysis of patient-derived samples or translational cancer research

Posting Number

PF1096P

Open Date

11/01/2026

Close Date

12/15/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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)

Contact Information

1720 2nd Ave South

Birmingham, AL 35294

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