Post-Doc Research Associate- CBMC (Aube Lab)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and vision coverage

Paid leave

Professional development support

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Post-Doc Research Associate in the CBMC/Aube Lab in Chapel Hill, NC. The position focuses on designing and executing organic medicinal chemistry experiments, literature reviews, and rigorous documentation.

A collaborative and active research environment supports professional development and scientific advancement. The role requires a PhD in Chemistry or related fields, with emphasis on synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related area.
• Experience in carrying out research in synthetic organic chemistry and collaborative medicinal chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments aimed at the synthesis of biologically relevant molecules.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records and electronic notebooks when required.
• Prepare weekly research reports and other reports as assigned; ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Participate in group meetings, seminars, and problem-solving sessions; assist in preparation and submission of reports and publications.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry

Medicinal chemistry

Education

PhD in Chemistry (or related field)

Job description

Department: SOP-CBMC - 452100

Posting Open Date: 08/21/2026

Application Deadline: 08/26/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Position Type: Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Title: Post-Doc Research Associate- CBMC (Aube Lab)

Vacancy ID: PDS004948

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: $67,200 - $71,550

Proposed Start Date: 09/07/2026

Estimated Duration of Appointment: 12 Months

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 Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School’s Strategic Plan (https://pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/). Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world’s most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service.

Position Summary:

The postdoctoral researcher will conduct independent and collaborative research in organic medicinal chemistry, with primary responsibility for designing and executing experiments aimed at the synthesis of biologically relevant molecules. This includes performing literature searches; maintaining accurate and detailed laboratory records, including electronic notebooks when required; preparing weekly research reports and other reports as assigned; adhering to and staying current with all laboratory safety protocols; and contributing to the cleaning, organization, and maintenance of laboratory spaces and equipment. The postdoc will also actively participate in scientific group meetings, departmental seminars, and problem solving sessions, and will assist in the preparation, writing, and submission of research reports and publications.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

PhD in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related area

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Experience in carrying out research in synthetic organic chemistry and collaborative medicinal chemistry.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

N/A

Special Instructions:

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