Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Ren Lab

The University of North Carolina; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Biological Sciences Ren Lab. This role involves research on gene activity modulation, focusing on epigenetic mechanisms and genome organization. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. earned within five years and experience with molecular biology techniques.

The position offers a full-time, temporary employment type with a salary range of $58,000 - $64,000 based on experience, and mentoring opportunities are available for junior trainees.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree earned within the last five years.
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques (cloning, western blotting, qPCR).
• Experience in advanced imaging technologies and genomic approaches is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop further the research skills required for independent work.
• Lead projects on epigenetic mechanisms and genome organization.
• Publish work in peer-reviewed journals.
• Present work at national and international conferences.
• Write mentored and independent grants.
• Mentor junior trainees in the lab.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Cell culture

Advanced imaging technologies

Genomic approaches

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Ren Lab

Position Information

Position Number: POST40

Working Title: Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Ren Lab

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: College of Science (Col)

Work Unit: Biological Sciences

Vacancy Open To: All Candidates

Position Designation: Post Doc

Employment Type: Temporary - Full-time

Hours per week: 40 hr

Work Schedule: 8am – 5pm

Pay Rate: $58,000 - $64,000 commensurate with experience

Duration: 1 year minimum

Must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree earned within the last five years.

This role supports two postdoctoral fellows.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

The candidate will have earned a Ph.D. or equivalent degree by the official start date and is expected to exercise independent scientific judgment daily. They will evaluate incoming information, including experimental data, field observations, written literature, and oral communications, to determine the strategic steps needed to advance the project. The Xiaojun Ren Lab investigates gene activity modulation through DNA methylation, histone modifications, and non-coding RNAs, focusing on higher-order chromatin architecture. The lab pioneered live‑cell single‑molecule tracking for epigenetic dynamics and integrates high‑resolution imaging with genomics (CUT & RUN, Micro‑C, Hi‑C), proteomics, and CRISPR/Cas9 engineering. The candidate must have experience with basic molecular biology techniques (cloning, western blotting, qPCR, etc.) and cell culture. Experience in advanced imaging technologies and genomic approaches is preferred; candidates lacking these will receive training.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop further the research skills required for independent work in preparation for an academic or research career
• Lead projects on epigenetic mechanisms and genome organization
• Publish work in peer‑reviewed journals
• Present work at national and international conferences
• Write mentored and independent grants
• Mentor junior trainees in the lab

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. In keeping with this commitment, UNC Charlotte ensures that persons of any background are invited, included, and treated equally in the terms and conditions of employment.