Posting Information
Posting Details
Department Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine - 412013
Posting Open Date 03172026
Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title Post-Doc Research Associate
Vacancy ID PDS004802
Full-timePart-time Full-Time
Temporary Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Work Location Chapel Hill NC
Position Location North Carolina US
Hiring Range Dependent on Experience and Qualifications
Proposed Start Date 04012026
Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months
Position Information
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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 nations 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 worklife 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 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
An NIH-funded Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available immediately in the Department of Pediatrics Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for a self-motivated scientist to study the role of laminin-binding integrins in lung development alveolar homeostasis and alveolar repair. We utilize lung-specific transgenic mouse models along with ex vivo models in vitro assays transcriptomics and proteomics to study the fundamental mechanisms whereby integrins and their ligands basement membrane components collagen IV and laminin regulate epithelial cell behavior in both health and disease. Highly motivated applicants should have excellent verbal and written communication skills. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will benefit from both the outstanding environment in the lab and the highly collaborative UNC community. The candidate will be given opportunities to present hisher research work at national and international scientific meetings work on translational and basic science research projects and will be encouraged to apply to prestigious postdoctoral fellowships.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Position requires a Ph.D. M.D. or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree.
Required Qualifications Competencies and Experience
Demonstrated ability to implement laboratory procedures conduct research and records findings.
Analytical reasoning and problem solving skills.
Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data and to communicate data in a clear concise manner.
Computer literacy including the ability to use a variety of software packages to analyze data.
Preferred Qualifications Competencies and Experience
Possesses ability to preform job duties as required.
Special PhysicalMental Requirements
Works in laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological chemical and radioactive hazards. Must be physically able to wear protective equipment. Must be able to provide standard care to research animals.
Special Instructions
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Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title Courtney Lineman HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email Courtney_Linemanmed.unc.edu
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process please contact the Universitys Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at 919 962-9982 or send an email to opahrunc.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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