Post-Doctoral Fellow
- Employer
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Location
- Greensboro, NC
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
999739
Functional Title:Post-Doctoral Fellow
Position Type:Research
Position Eclass:EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information:Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:The primary purpose of the UNCG Center for Translational Biomedical Research is to conduct basic and translational research in human diseases, with focuses on biomarkers for early diagnosis of disease, understanding of disease pathogenesis and development of novel interventions for disease prevention and treatment.
Position Summary:Using cellular and animal models, this Post Doctoral Fellow position is expected to focus on proteomics and lipidomics studies for early detection and mechanistic investigations of atherosclerotic plaque formation in type 1 diabetic coronary artery diseases. The position will perform both bench and bioinformatics related research work, including literature survey, experimental design, sample preparation, data acquisition, data analysis and interpretation, and assist in manuscript and report preparation.
Minimum Qualifications:The minimum qualifications for this Post Doctoral Fellow position include a PhD degree in the field of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry or Chemistry; fully trained and very experienced in cell culturing, biological sample preparation from cells and tissues; skilled in biological interpretation of research data in the context of disease mechanism.
The candidate for this position should be self-motivated, possess sufficient communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and with others in a collaborative research environment.
Commensurate with Experience
Org #-Department:Ctr for Transl Biomed Research - 13403
Job Open Date:09/29/2026
Open Until Filled:Yes
FTE:1.000
Type of Appointment:Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.:One year appointment with option to renew
Number of Months per Year:12
FLSA:Exempt
Percentage Of Time:35%
Key Responsibility:Research Projects
Essential Tasks:This position will survey literature, design experiments, perform bioinformatics and statistical data analysis and biological interpretation of the data.
Percentage Of Time:40%
Key Responsibility:Experiment
Essential Tasks:The position will develop analytical methods, prepare samples, operate LC-MS instruments to acquire data.
Percentage Of Time:20%
Key Responsibility:Publication
Essential Tasks:This position will prepare manuscripts for publications based on research findings and present research findings at scientific meetings.
Percentage Of Time:5%
Key Responsibility:Other duties assigned.
Essential Tasks:Other duties related to lab activities and research.
Physical Effort:Reading - C, Writing - C, Eye-hand coordination - C, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - C, Talking - C, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - C, Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions
Work Environment:Inside - C
Organization
UNCG at a Glance
Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make.
With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.
UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.
The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.
As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.
Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.
UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences
The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22;College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.
Achievements & Accolades
UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/.
Challenging Academic Programs
UNCG’s slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.
Supportive Environment
Engaged Community
Careers at UNCG
UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.
- Website
- https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/
- Telephone
- 336-334-5009
- Location
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723 Kenilworth Street
Greensboro
NC
27402
United States
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