Post-Doc Research Associate - Dr. Nguyen's lab

UNC-Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Chapel Hill seeks a highly motivated Post-Doc Research Associate in Dr. Nguyen's lab to advance therapeutics for myocardial infarction and cardiac injury. The role focuses on extracellular vesicles, nanoparticle preparation, and protein production.

Requirements include a PhD and experience with animal studies; the position is full-time, based in North Carolina, and offers a collaborative environment within the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy.

Qualifications

• PhD required.
• Extracellular vesicle production, isolation, and characterization; bioconjugate chemistry, nanoparticle preparation, protein production and purification.
• Experience with animal studies.

Responsibilities

• Postdoctoral research focusing on therapeutics for myocardial infarction and cardiac injuries.
• Work with extracellular vesicles, nanoparticles and proteins to develop innovative approaches.
• Collaborate within the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy to advance research outputs.

Skills

Extracellular vesicle production

Nanoparticle preparation

Protein production

Bioconjugate chemistry

Animal studies

Education

PhD

Job description

Post-Doc Research Associate - Dr. Nguyen's lab

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Department

Department SOP-DPMP - 452400

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 03/03/2026

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Type

Position Title

Position Title Post-Doc Research Associate - Dr. Nguyen's lab

Vacancy ID

Vacancy ID PDS004795

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week 40

FTE

FTE 1

Work Location

Position Location

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

Hiring Range Dependent on experience and qualification.

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 are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral associate/s with a strong background in extracellular vesicles, nanoparticle preparation, and protein production. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative therapeutics aimed at treating myocardial infarction and cardiac injuries.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

PhD.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Extracellular vesicle production, isolation, and characterization; bioconjugate chemistry, nanoparticle preparation, protein production and purification,
Experience with animal studies

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

n/a

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

n/a

Department Contact Name and Title Alekya Padmanabhuni, HR Business Partner

Department Contact Telephone or Email [e-mail]

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]. Please note: The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

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