Post-Doc Research Associate

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Department Lampe Biomedical Engineering - 424601 Posting Open Date 10/13/2026 Application Deadline 10/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar Position Title Post-Doc Research Associate Vacancy ID PDS004999 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Work Location Chapel Hill, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range Dependent upon NIH Scale Proposed Start Date 10/13/2026 Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities and is among is the top ten research universities in the nation for federal research expenditures as well as for federally funded social and behavioral sciences research and development.

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

Our research team is uniquely positioned in the Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering bridging UNC Chapel Hill and NC State University, and actively collaborate with clinicians, pharmacists, and industry in basic science, preclinical, and translational research.

UNC Chapel Hill is an exciting place to perform biomedical ultrasound research. The 'triangle' formed between UNC, Duke, and NCSU has one of the greatest concentrations of ultrasound research labs in the country, and provides outstanding opportunities for broad collaborations. Our ULTRASONC Consortium is a team of more than 20 faculty working on the development of new ultrasound technologies, and provides an immense base of expertise, equipment, and training opportunities. The resources of the UNC Biomedical Research Imaging Center, the UNC School of Pharmacy, the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine provide powerful opportunities for research teams to develop translational projects.

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 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 prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

A Postdoctoral position is currently open in the Dayton Lab within the Lampe Joint Biomedical Engineering Dept. This research position will lead research in advanced ultrasound imaging and ultrasound therapeutics. Post-docs with background in therapeutic delivery or imaging physics/engineering will both be considered for different projects. Our research group has more than 3000 sq feet of research space equipped with state of the art equipment for biomedical acoustics, including 1024 channel Verasonics engines, multiple clinical ultrasound systems, HIFU systems, and high speed cameras, as well as facilities for contrast agent and drug delivery vehicle pharmacoengineering. Current research areas include super-resolution imaging, neuromodulation, molecular imaging, superharmonic imaging, sonothrombolysis, BBB opening, targeted drug delivery, acoustically mediated immunotherapy, and bioeffects studies.

Candidates will both conduct independent work and work with a team to conduct bench and translational research, analyze data, prepare papers, reports, and contribute to proposals.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

PhD in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, chemistry, or a related field for imaging physics or acoustic therapeutics.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Excellent writing and communication skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Previous Research and Laboratory experience

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds for movement of equipment.

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Department Contact Name and Title Samantha Caudill - HR Consultant Department Contact Telephone or Email scaudil@email.unc.edu Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at (919) 962-9982 or send an email to opahr@unc.edu.

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.

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