Postdoctoral Immunology & Genomics Researcher

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned public research university in Chapel Hill is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Sheikh Lab focusing on the biological events regulating genomic expression in immune responses. The position requires a PhD, PharmD, or MD, along with experience in mammalian cell culture and molecular techniques. Ideal candidates will possess strong teamwork and communication skills, actively contributing to cutting-edge research in immunology. This role offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• PhD, PharmD, or MD by appointment date.
• Strong academic record and excellent communication skills.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular biology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on genomic expression and immune responses.
• Utilize high throughput genome wide tools.
• Collaborate within a goal-oriented team.

Skills

Strong academic track record

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mammalian cell culture

Biochemical techniques

Molecular biology techniques

Education

PhD, PharmD, or MD

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here

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

The Sheikh Lab within the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology seeks a motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team. Our lab focuses on understanding the biological events responsible for dynamically regulating the selective expression of the mammalian genome in the context on immune responses in the intestine and other autoimmune diseases including lupus. The lab is positioned at the interface between immunology, molecular biology and utilizes new high throughput genome wide tools to visualize changes in chromatin structure and function in human cells and animal models.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Candidates must have a PhD, PharmD, and/or MD degree by appointment date.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Candidates must have a strong academic track record, work well in a goal-oriented team setting, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Experience with mammalian cell culture, basic biochemical and molecular biology techniques are required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Background in computational biology is preferred. Experience in basic RNA seq analysis will be an advantage to the applicant. However, our group can train a motivated candidate in computational analysis of sequencing data.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Special Instructions

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Please note: The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

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.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae / Resume

List of References

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have experience in Computational Biology?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have experience in reporting and data analysis?
  • Yes
  • No