Postdoctoral Researcher, Ecosystem Ecology and Watershed Modeling
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Child Health (College of Medicine-Phoenix)
The University of Arizona
in Phoenix, AZ
Type: Full-Time
Posted: Today
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Category: Other Medicine Faculty; +1
Postdoctoral Fellow in Pulmonary Injury, Repair, and Fibrosis: Immune-Epithelial-Endothelial Niches - PF1051P
University of Alabama at Birmin
Postdoctoral Researcher, Ecosystem Ecology and Watershed Modeling
Murray State University
in Murray, KY
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $46,148 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)
Posted: Today
Application Due: 08/21/2026
Category: Environmental Science, Ecology, and Forestry
Posting Number: 20270003EX
Number of Vacancies: 1
About Murray State
Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
About Murray State Benefits
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
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Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities
Full-time, two-year position beginning January 2026. A renewal for a third year is possible.
A Postdoctoral Researcher position is available in the Watershed Studies Institute (WSI) and the Department of Biological Sciences at Murray State University. The Moon Lab seeks a highly motivated researcher to integrate empirical greenhouse gas flux measurements with watershed modeling to quantify coupled carbon and nitrogen dynamics. Modeling efforts will initially focus on bottomland hardwood forests but may extend to other systems. The postdoctoral researcher will lead the development of modeling protocols for student researchers, develop a methane sub-model, and mentor undergraduate and master's-level graduate students in modeling and ecosystem lab and field studies. The postdoctoral researcher will also teach one course per semester in biology.
Murray, Kentucky, is uniquely situated near numerous natural areas, including the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, Kentucky Lake Reservoir, Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge, Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge, and multiple Wildlife Management Areas and state nature preserves. Murray State University also maintains substantial research infrastructure through WSI, including the Hancock Biological Station, the Mapping Applications Resource Center, and the Chemical Services Laboratory.
Minimum Education Requirements
Ph.D. in ecology, biogeochemistry, environmental science, or a closely related field. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.
Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the expectation of publishing peer-reviewed research, contributing to grant development, and engaging with regional stakeholders is required.
Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications
Previous modeling experience is preferred. Candidates with strong quantitative skills interested in ecological modeling are encouraged to apply. Experience with microbial ecology in biogeochemical applications, is also considered a plus.
Hourly Rate/Annual Salary
$46,148 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)
Staff Grade: 112
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gham
in Birmingham, AL
Type: Full-Time
Posted: Today
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Category: Medical Research
Job Title
Postdoctoral Fellow in
Pulmonary Injury, Repair, and Fibrosis: Immune-Epithelial-Endothelial Niches
Department Name
311402800 Med - Pulmonary/Allergy/Critical Care
School/College: School of Medicine
Job Description
Dr. Gang Liu is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join his laboratory in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative research program focused on pulmonary injury, repair, and fibrosis, with particular emphasis on the immune-epithelial-endothelial niches that regulate lung remodeling and disease progression.
Related publications include:
Nature Communications. 16(1):1761.
Communications Biology. 6(1):1047.
American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. 206(4):459-475.
The postdoctoral fellow will have opportunities to lead independent projects, develop new experimental and computational expertise, publish high-impact manuscripts, present findings at national and international meetings, and prepare for an independent research career. Dr. Liu's laboratory provides a supportive and collaborative training environment within UAB's strong pulmonary research community.
The successful candidate should be highly motivated, scientifically curious, well organized, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively. Strong written and oral communication skills are expected.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have a PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree and a strong interest in pulmonary biology, lung injury and repair, fibrosis, immunology, vascular biology, epithelial biology, or a related field. Prior experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: mouse models, lung injury or fibrosis models, flow cytometry, immunostaining, confocal microscopy, organoid culture, molecular biology, single-cell RNA sequencing, spatial transcriptomics, bioinformatics, or multi-omics data analysis.
Open Date: 07/22/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Nondiscrimination Statement
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
Interested applicants should submit a CV, a brief statement describing their research interests and career goals, and contact information for two to three references directly to:
Gang Liu, MD, PhD
Professor and Moon H. Nahm, M.D. Endowed Chair
Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Email: gangliu@uabmc.edu
Website: www.uab.edu/medicine/pulmonary/faculty/liu
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Posting Number: req26148
Department: COM Phx Child Health
Location: Greater Phoenix Area
Address: 475 N. 5th St. , Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights
The Department of Child Health is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the laboratory of Dr. Tatiana Kalin. The lab studies molecular mechanisms involved in tissue injury/repair and carcinogenesis. Several projects are available, including the role of endothelial cells and pericytes during lung injury and regeneration and the role of tumor micro-environments in cancer progression. The position will involve the use of animal models, human cell lines, and cutting-edge technologies, including nanoparticle delivery systems and omics. These research projects have the potential to lead to new therapies, which will then be tested in clinical trials. The fellowship will provide training opportunities.
This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research. Develop and strengthen collaborative network.
Design, and lead comprehensive research projects.
Utilize and troubleshoot new research methods.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments.
Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University.
Derive, analyze, and format data for publications, presentations, and grant proposals.
Perform statistical and graphical analysis of data.
Independently reproduce, evaluate, research, and improve techniques currently used.
Present results at laboratory meetings, conferences, and publish papers.
Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data and submitting grant applications and progress reports.
Ensure regulatory compliance of research activities.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to develop reports and present results in oral and written formats.
Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing data analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to participate in scientific conferences and present research findings.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD or MD in Biomedical Sciences or a related field of study.
Preferred Qualifications
Microscopy experience, particularly fluorescence and confocal imaging and analysis.
Experience with flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, and protein analysis.
Experience with animal models.
Bioinformatic analysis experience, including R programming.
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Research
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: NIH salary guidelines, depends on experience.
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Office of Talent Acquisition
talent@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.
Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).
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