Postdoctoral Trainee
Job Description
Benefits
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Posting Details
Department
Alcohol Studies Center - 428801
Posting Open Date
06/14/2024
Application Deadline
06/18/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title
Postdoctoral Trainee
Vacancy ID
PDS004253
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week
40
FTE
1
Work Location
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Dependent upon qualifications and experience
Proposed Start Date
08/01/2024
Estimated Duration of Appointment
12 Months
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities and is among is the top ten research universities in the nation for federal research expenditures as well as for federally funded social and behavioral sciences research and development.
Here at Carolina, our highly skilled postdocs play a vital role in our research enterprise and towards our overall commitment to research excellence. Across many disciplines, postdocs contribute to the intellectual vitality of the University. They provide innovative ideas and perspectives, foster a stimulating research environment and advance knowledge within their fields. Postdocs are crucial members of our scientific research workforce, contributors to our research outputs and an important reason why Carolina is one of the leading public research institutions in the country.
UNC-Chapel Hill offers postdocs comprehensive medical and vision coverage, paid leave, and benefits and services that support professional development and a healthy work/life balance. Chapel Hill regularly ranks as one of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, a reputation guided by the diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
Position Summary
We are seeking an energetic and highly motivated Postdoctoral Trainee to conduct cell and molecular biology experiments regarding the pathogenic mechanisms and genetic susceptibilities involved in fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Specific responsibilities will include designing and carrying out in vitro and in vivo experiments designed to test the effects of alcohol on a cellular and molecular level using live cell assays, qRT-PCR, RNA-Sequencing (transcriptomics), western blots, immunofluorescence, CRISPR/Cas9 genetic manipulations, and other experimental methods as needed. Additionally, this position will require analyses of these data and writing manuscripts to report findings to the scientific community. The Postdoc Trainee will report directly to the Principal Investigator.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD in related field required at time of appointment.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The Postdoctoral Trainee must be proficient in: common molecular biology techniques, cell culture research and cell-cell signaling analysis. Demonstration of proficiency in these techniques through peer-reviewed publications is essential.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Our preferred candidate has experience in the following:
- The intersections between alcohol, developmental signaling and cell behavior.
- A variety of preclinical models for conditions such as cancer and inflammation.
- Developmental biology models.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
N/A
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