Postdoc: Immunology & Mucosal Immunity Research

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Post-Doc Research Associate in Sharma Lab to investigate the genetic and immunological basis of mucosal immunity and inflammatory bowel diseases. This 12-month, full-time temporary position is based in Chapel Hill, NC and opens on 01/29/2026.

The successful candidate will apply genetic and molecular biology approaches, train and supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and contribute to a vibrant research environment within the

Qualifications

• PhD in biological sciences or related field.
• Experience working with bacteria and mouse handling.
• Experience with flow cytometry and mouse models of IBD.

Responsibilities

• The postdoctoral research associate will use genetic and molecular biological approaches to investigate the genetic and immunological basis of mucosal immunity and inflammatory bowel diseases.
• The postdoctoral research associate will train and supervise graduate and undergraduate students in the lab.

Skills

Bacteria handling

Mouse handling

IBD mouse models

Education

PhD in biological sciences

Tools

Flow cytometry

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Post-Doc Research Associate in Sharma Lab to investigate the genetic and immunological basis of mucosal immunity and inflammatory bowel diseases. This 12-month, full-time temporary position is based in Chapel Hill, NC and opens on 01/29/2026.

The successful candidate will apply genetic and molecular biology approaches, train and supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and contribute to a vibrant research environment within the