Post-Doc Research Associate - Zhou Lab at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in chapel hill, North Carolina

Job Description:

Department:

SOP-DPET - 452200

Posting Open Date:

12/13/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Title:

Post-Doc Research Associate - Zhou Lab

Vacancy ID:

PDS004416

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 on experience and qualifications.

Proposed Start Date:

02/03/2025

Estimated Duration of Appointment:

12 Months

Be a Tar Heel!:

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:

The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School's Strategic Plan (https://pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/).


Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world's most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service.

Position Summary:

The Zhou Lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to explore drug development in mRNA-LNP therapeutics and tumor heterogeneity. The ideal candidate will have strong wet lab experimental skills, such as molecular biology or nanoparticle formulation, combined with a passion for integrating computational modeling into their research. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of experimental and computational science to drive innovations in cancer therapeutics.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Ph.D. in drug delivery, pharmacology, cancer biology, or a related field.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

- Extensive hands-on experience in wet lab techniques such as LNP formulation, PCR, RT-qPCR, cell culture, protein analysis, microscopy.
- Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and troubleshooting.
- Strong communication skills for preparing manuscripts, presenting at conferences, and mentoring junior lab members.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

NA

Special Instructions:

Apply online at
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/293130 with a cover letter, CV/resume and a list of at least 3 professional references wit their full contact information.


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