Post-Doc Research Associate
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Department:
Earth Marine Environmt Sci - 318000
Posting Open Date:10/04/2024
Application Deadline:10/21/2024
Open Until Filled:No
Position Type:Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title:Post-Doc Research Associate
Vacancy ID:PDS004351
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:$60,000-$62,000
Proposed Start Date:11/15/2024
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 Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences (EMES) and the Institute of Marine Sciences at UNC-CH advances understanding of the earth and ocean processes that govern our planet, shape diverse ecosystems, sustain life, and drive environmental change. We promote exploration and discovery of the natural world by engaging students in research-based learning at all levels. Our graduates are equipped with the strong science foundation, critical thinking skills, and interdisciplinary perspectives required to tackle current and future environmental and resource challenges. We encourage engaged service that translates knowledge for the public good.
Position Summary:We seek a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in environmental microbiology, environmental engineering and molecular biology, particularly as applicable to bioinformatics and built environment or marine science. This postdoc will work on quantification and assessment of molecular pathogens in. The position is for 12 months, with an additional extension of up to one year possible with the generation of additional funding. The successful candidate will carry out molecular analysis including digital PCR and sequencing-based analysis of surface, water, and aerosol samples, and work with collaborators to generate collaborative reports and presentations, write scientific papers; and presenting research at national and international meetings. If the successful applicant is interested, the position may also involve experience in co-mentorship of undergraduate and/or graduate students, as well as teaching opportunities. The position will be housed in the UNC Noble Lab, in collaboration with the NSF ERC PreMiEr (https://premier-microbiome.org/what-is-premier/), which encourages a collaborative and supportive research environment.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Must have Ph.D. in environmental sciences and engineering, environmental microbiology, or microbial ecology or a related discipline before start of position.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Must have ability to program fluently in scientific programming language such as Python, R, Javascript, or other bioinformatics tools. Must have experience in analyzing the use of molecular methods including next generation sequencing and PCR for the analysis of complex samples.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Experience working with large microbiology and microbial-based datasets, bioinformatics, statistical analysis, and or modeling.
Special Instructions:For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here.
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