Postdoctoral Research Associate - Haar Lab

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Job summary

The Haar lab at UNC-Chapel Hill invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to design and use light-responsive tools that define spatiotemporal signaling in cardiovascular adaptation and disease. The role involves optogenetic tool building, protein design, and translational research collaboration in a multidisciplinary setting.

We seek candidates with a PhD in chemical biology, molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology, or biochemistry and a strong interest in in vivo signaling and

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent required prior to start.
• Knowledge of protein design and adenoviral delivery systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and use light-responsive tools to study spatiotemporal signaling in cardiovascular models.
• Guide translational research projects and contribute to optogenetic tool development and protein design.

Skills

Protein design

Adenoviral delivery

Education

PhD in chemical biology or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Haar lab in the department of Chemical Biology & Medicinal Chemistry at UNC -Chapel Hill is a multi-disciplinary research group looking to advance cardiovascular therapy development through the application of light responsive tools. Our research focuses on the use of molecular biology, optogenetics and photo controlled-signaling tool development for use in in vivo systems. As a part of the Eshelman School of Pharmacy we are committed to advancing medicine for life and developing leaders in pharmaceutical sciences who make a difference in human health worldwide. We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join us and guide efforts to design and use light responsive tools that better define the spatiotemporal components of signaling in cardiovascular adaptation and disease. Competitive candidates will have an interest in collaborative translational research projects and an interest in optogenetic tool building and protein design or cardiovascular pharmacology and models of ischemic injury and hypertrophy.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• PhD (chemical biology, molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology, or biochemistry), or related field.
• Candidates preparing to complete PhD coursework will likewise be considered and are encouraged to apply. PhD or equivalent required prior to position start.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

• Knowledge of protein design and adenoviral delivery systems.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

• Cardiovascular research experience a plus, but not required.

Benefits

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.

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.