Post-Doc Research Associate

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.

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.

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The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill Department of Orthopaedics is seeking energetic, organized and detail-oriented applicants to join our Research team as a Post-Doctoral Research Associate. The incumbent will serve an ongoing research agenda in the area of identification, treatment and prevention of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. The position is housed in the Department of Orthopaedics with strong collaborations and support with other basic science and clinical departments across the University including the Lampe Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, Radiology, Exercise and Sport Science, and others. Projects in scoliosis research are primarily in the areas of musculoskeletal modelling using various imaging modalities, clinical outcomes, and translational research. Strong communication skills across medical disciplines and ability to interface with an interdisciplinary research team are requisite. Strong writing and presentation skills with evidence of manuscript publication, abstract submission/presentation and competitive grant application experience is strongly preferred. This is a fixed term position for up to 3 years based on successfully achieving study aims and availability of funding. Extension of the position is possible pending future funding.

PhD in engineering, biomechanics, physiology, or related field with interest/expertise in musculoskeletal research, modelling, and data analytics. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

PhD in engineering, biomechanics, physiology, or related field with interest/expertise in musculoskeletal research, modelling, and data analytics. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Exposure and familiarity with biomedical imaging and modeling approaches including MRI, post-processing techniques for images of muscle and bone, and biomechanical modeling software. Competency with MS Office, database / entry interfaces (ie REDCap, medidata, etc). Prior experience with grant writing, submissions / awards.

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