Post-Doc Research Associate - Wolberg Lab

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC, invites applications for an NIH-funded postdoctoral position in the Wolberg Lab within the Blood Research Center. The successful candidate will join a team focused on mechanisms of hemostasis and thrombosis, with opportunities to develop independent lines of investigation.

PhD or MD in a biological science is required; strong publication record and experience in biochemistry, enzymology, cell biology, histology, or bioinformatics

Qualifications

• PhD or MD in a biological science and prior research in a scientific laboratory setting.
• Strong background in biological science with publications documenting project leadership.
• Experience in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific writing is expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct NIH-funded research on hemostasis and thrombosis in the Wolberg Lab.
• Develop an independent line of investigation leading to future funding.
• Collaborate within UNC Blood Research Center and mentor trainees.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Peer-reviewed publications

Education

PhD or MD in biology

Job description

Department:

Pathology Lab Med - Research - 413804

Posting Open Date:

01/20/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Title:

Post-Doc Research Associate - Wolberg Lab

Vacancy ID:

PDS004755

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 on Experience and Qualifications

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:

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being 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.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary:

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death and disability in the Western world, and blood coagulation abnormalities contribute to the pathophysiology of nearly every disease, including cancer, infection, and autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. An NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine in the laboratory of Dr. Alisa Wolberg at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The Wolberg Lab is part of UNC’s internationally recognized Blood Research Center. Research in the lab focuses on cellular, biochemical, and biophysical mechanisms that regulate blood function and contribute to health and disease. The successful applicant will advance ongoing R01-funded research focused on mechanisms of hemostasis and thrombosis. Potential areas of emphasis include factor (F)XIII biology (including regulation of FXIII-A and FXIII-B subunits, roles in venous thrombosis and thrombus resolution, and therapeutic targeting strategies); fibrin(ogen) degradation and the cellular and enzymatic drivers of thrombus resolution beyond plasminogen; and cellular and plasma mediators of FXI biology that influence bleeding risk. Additional opportunities exist in women’s health and blood disorders and mechanisms contributing to pulmonary embolism. Projects will be tailored to the fellow’s expertise, with the expectation that the postdoc will initially contribute to established research efforts and, over time, develop an independent line of investigation leading to future fellowship or career development funding. Candidates with experience in biochemistry or enzymology, cell biology (including tissue culture), histology, mouse models of thrombosis and hemostasis, and/or bioinformatics are encouraged to apply. The Wolberg Lab provides a highly supportive, team-oriented mentoring environment with strong emphasis on professional development, grant writing, and opportunities to mentor trainees, while fostering independence and ownership of scientific direction.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

PhD or MD in a biological science or a related field. Candidate must have previous research experience in a scientific laboratory setting.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Candidate must have strong background in biological science and prior peer-reviewed publications documenting scientific project leadership with skills in experimental design, data analysis, data presentation, contextualization, and writing.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Experience in blood coagulation research is strongly preferred but not required. Candidates with experience in biochemistry or enzymology, cell biology including tissue culture, histology, mouse models of thrombosis and hemostasis, and/or bioinformatics are encouraged to apply.