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. APS lives in the collaborative space between science and engineering, combining knowledge and discovery with an engineering mindset, team-based science, and entrepreneurship to address real-world problems. Organized around 'Ideas to Impacts,' the department unites with campus themes in health, water and energy to help Carolina continue to be a leader in science innovation and the application of knowledge. APS 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 Postdoctoral Research Associate will develop novel optical, electrochemical, colorimetric, lateral flow and wearable sensors for various pathogens and analytes. The Research Associate should have an interest and research experience in biosensor development and performance using various receptors spanning proteins and antibodies, aptamers, nanoparticles, polymers, and small molecules from a variety of samples including sputum and cerebrospinal fluid ( CSF) samples. Previous experience with cell biology and intracellular sensing, microfluidics, or 3D printing is a plus. In addition to bench research, the post-doctoral fellow will be actively involved with data analysis, writing scientific papers and grant proposals and presenting data at scientific meetings.

PhD in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences or similar.

Experience with synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, biomaterials, polymers, hydrogels, and wearable and implantable biosensors. Experienced in applying these materials to three-dimensional (3D) cell culture models and translational diagnostics or similar.

Skilled in the design, fabrication, and characterization of microfluidic systems, including continuous monitoring platforms, as well as advanced cell culture techniques and molecular and cellular assays.

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