Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Richardson

University of North Carolina Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Biological Sciences to advance research in flow cytometry and bioimaging workflows. You will mentor junior researchers and contribute to high-impact publications in a collaborative lab.

The role requires a PhD in Biological Sciences or related field, strong publication record, and the ability to develop and execute experiments with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, or related discipline.
• Lab experience and protocol development.
• Publications and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stocks, resources, and equipment in the lab and department.
• Keep informed of recent advances in the field.
• Conduct and supervise junior researchers in a program of investigation with PI guidance.
• Evaluate methods and relate results to own work.
• Communicate research results through publications or other outputs.
• Contribute to supervision of junior researchers.
• Maintain professional development and mentor others.
• Maintain a safe work environment and risk assessments.
• Use and train others in flow cytometry and bioimaging equipment.
• Analyze flow cytometry and imaging data.
• Maintain autoclaves for compliant usage.

Skills

PhD in Biological Sciences

Laboratory experience

Publications & presentations

Data management

Analytical skills

Independent work

Flow cytometry experience

Genomics/transcriptomics prep

Education

PhD in Biological Sciences

PhD or equivalent doctorate

Tools

Flow cytometer

Bioimaging equipment

Genomics prep equipment

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Richardson

Position Information

General Information

Position Number: POST40

Working Title: Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Richardson

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: College of Science (Col)

Work Unit: Biological Sciences

Work Location: Woodward Hall

Vacancy Open To: All Candidates

Position Designation: Post Doc

Employment Type: Temporary - Full-time

Hours per week: 40hr

Work Schedule: 8am - 5pm

Pay Rate: Pay Rate varies

Minimum Experience/Education: The Postdoctoral appointee must have recently (within the last eight years) been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D.)

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, or related discipline
• Previous experience in laboratory setting and protocol development
• Demonstrated evidence of publications in the field and excellent presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good data management, analytical and computer skills
• Ability to design, execute and write up experimental work independently
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Proven ability to work effectively and responsibly without close supervision
• Experience in lipid or other nanoparticle formulations with loaded and conjugated payloads will be particularly considered
• Experience in genomics/transcriptomics sample prep, equipment usage, and analysis will be particularly considered
• Experience using flow cytometry and related fluorescence bio-imaging techniques with ability to maintain equipment and train new users
• Commitment to own continuous professional development particularly in regard to knowledge and applications of flow cytometry and related bioimaging equipment usage and analysis techniques

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain stocks, resources, and equipment in the lab and related equipment in department used by the lab, as appropriate
• Keep informed of recent advances in the field
• Conduct and supervise junior researchers in a program of investigation along with the supervisor/principal investigator, as appropriate
• Evaluate methods and techniques used and results obtained by other researchers and to relate such evaluations appropriately to their own work
• Communicate or present research results through publication or other recognized forms of output
• Contribute to the supervision of junior researchers, as appropriate
• Maintain own continuing professional development and act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues, as appropriate
• Maintain a safe work environment, including ensuring compliance with legislation and undertaking of risk assessments
• Use, maintain, and train others in the department flow cytometry and related bioimaging fluidics based equipment
• Analyze and interpret flow cytometry and bioimaging fluidics based results and data related to projects in the lab
• Maintain autoclaves for compliant usage

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to provide an official transcript of their highest earned degree.

The candidate chosen for this position will be subject to a criminal background check.

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.

Proposed Hire Date: 11/16/2026

Expected Length of Assignment: 1 year minimum

Posting Open Date: 10/07/2026