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.

Launched in 2013, the Department of Applied Physical Sciences ( APS) is the first new science department in the College of Arts and Sciences in nearly 40 years. Applied Physical Sciences has united numerous scientific entities on campus to further its mission of finding interdisciplinary solutions to real-world problems. Its newest endeavor, BeAM (Be A Maker), is a university-wide initiative that incorporates Making into research, education, and entrepreneurship. BeAM is comprised of several spaces, including a makerspace in Hanes Art Center, Carmichael Residence Hall, and a 3,400 square foot Makerspace in Murray Hall, all of which serve the entire UNC community.

This position is responsible for conducting research in Biomolecular Materials Engineering as a part of the Freeman Lab in the Department of Applied Physical Sciences.

PhD degree or Postdoctoral experience in Biomaterials Engineering or related fields.

PHD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or in Biophysics/Structural-Biology or similar. Experience with writing and publishing scientific manuscripts.

Preference given to those with experience in peptide self-assembly and working with stimuli-responsive materials. Strong track record of well-organized study design and implementation. Ability to work independently and across multi-disciplinary teams. A team player, clear communicator, with a strong work ethic. These are desirable but if you don't have all, we can teach you! - Familiarity with optical/fluorescent microscopy - Experience with synthesis and characterization of structural biomaterials, peptide-polymer conjugates, and hydrogels - Experience with recombinant protein engineering, liquid- liquid phase separation and hyper-soluble polypeptides. - Experience with flow cytometry, ELISAs, PCR, or confocal microscopy.

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