Post-Doc Trainee-CGIBD

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Post-Doctoral Trainee for the CGIBD program in Chapel Hill, NC. The role supports interdisciplinary research in genetics, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, and GI disorders.

The appointment is for 12 months with potential renewal; includes NIH T32 training, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative scientific environment with mentored training opportunities.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, MD/PhD or DVM or equivalent degree in related fields.
• Applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Join an interdisciplinary postdoctoral fellowship program in basic and translational genetics, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, pathophysiology and treatment of liver and GI disorders.
• Fellows participate in state-of-the-art research techniques with potential for a second year contingent on renewal of the NIH T32 grant.
• Mentors and areas of interest are listed at the program link and supported by an NIH Institutional Training Grant.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD/MD/MD-PhD/DVM

Tools

Mammalian cell culture

Bacterial culture

Mouse handling

Biochemical techniques

Molecular biology techniques

Computational biology

Job description

Posting Details

Department: Gastroint Biology and Dis Ctr - 429001

Posting Open Date: 04/17/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Type: Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Title: Post-Doc Trainee-CGIBD

Vacancy ID: PDS004176

Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week: 40

FTE: 1

Work Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2024

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.

OUR VISION Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION 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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary

Join an interdisciplinary research postdoctoral fellowship program in basic and translational aspects of genetics, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, pathophysiology and treatment of liver and gastrointestinal tract disorders. Program goals are to attract Ph.D., M.D. and DVM postdoctoral trainees to these fields and to provide training in state-of-the-art research techniques. Fellowships are for one year, with a potential second year of support dependent on successful renewal of our competitive T32 grant renewal, and are funded by an NIH (NIDDK) Institutional Training Grant (T32). Specific mentors and areas of interest can be found at https://www.med.unc.edu/medicine/gi/education/basic-science-track/.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

PhD, MD, MD/PhD or DVM or equivalent degree in related fields.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Applicants must be a citizen or a permanent resident of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence at the time of appointment.

For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Candidates should have a strong academic track record, work well in a goal-oriented team setting, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Additionally, candidates must have a PhD, and/or MD degree by appointment date. Experience with mammalian cell culture, bacterial culture, mouse handling, basic biochemical and molecular biology techniques and some background in computational biology is preferred.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

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

Special Instructions

For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/278591

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: Susan Sarvis, HR Consultant

Department Contact Telephone or Email: [e-mail]

Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information: 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.