Post-Doc Research Associate (CBMC)- Bowers Lab

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and vision coverage

Paid leave

Benefits and services for professional

Job summary

The Department SOP-CBMC at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Post-Doctoral Scholar for the Bowers Lab to advance peptide-based inhibitors through mRNA display, chemical synthesis, and biophysical characterization.

The position is a 12-month, full-time temporary appointment in Chapel Hill, NC, with a start date around November 9, 2026, and a competitive salary range of $55,000–$63,480 plus full UNC benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, or in related field of study.
• Experience in chemical synthesis and/or enzyme kinetics.

Responsibilities

• Work on mRNA display, chemical synthesis, and biophysical and biochemical characterization of new peptide-based inhibitors.
• Develop and apply experimental approaches for peptide inhibitor characterization.

Skills

Enzyme kinetics

Chemical synthesis

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

Department:

SOP-CBMC - 452100

Posting Open Date:

10/12/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Title:

Post-Doc Research Associate (CBMC)- Bowers Lab

Vacancy ID:

PDS004998

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:

$55,000-$63,480

Proposed Start Date:

11/09/2026

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:

We seek highly motivated, enthusiastic individuals who have a Ph.D. degree and experience in chemical synthesis and/or enzyme kinetics. This position is responsible for working on mRNA display, chemical synthesis, and biophysical and biochemical characterization of new peptide-based inhibitors.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

PhD in Chemistry, or in related field of study.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

PhD in Chemistry, or in related field of study.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Experience in chemical synthesis and/or enzyme kinetics is preferred.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements :

Must comply with all environmental health and safety rules including proper use of all personal protective equipment

Special Instructions:

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