Positions are available for Postdoctoral Fellows in the laboratory of Dr. Robert Welner, PhD at the University of Alabama at Birmingham for studies of leukemia stem cell maintenance, and alteration to the microenvironment during leukemogenesis.
Our lab uses mouse models to decipher the gene regulatory network of cells within the leukemic microenvironment that inhibit normal hematopoiesis. Additionally, we work with primary patient samples to translate these findings to human disease. The candidate will take advantage of mouse genetics, epigenetics, molecular and cellular biology, and single cell technologies to achieve these goals. Recent publication for reference: Cancer Cell 2015, 11;27(5):671-81.
The Division of Hematology-Oncology is part of the NCI-funded Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of the nation's leading cancer research and treatment centers.

This position is seeking an energetic, research-oriented individual with a strong background in molecular or cellular biology, or immunology as well as experience in studying hematopoiesis will be preferred. The candidate should be organized, self-motivated, and have good communication skills. An MD and/or Ph.D. degree is required and the candidate should have at least one first author publication in an internationally recognized journal. We aim to be a highly collaborative team, and the ability to work successfully with others is critical.

Please send cover letter, research interests, and curriculum vitae with the names of three references to:
Rob Welner, PhD, Assistant Professor
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology-Oncology
Email: rwelner@uab.edu