Postdoctoral Research Associate- S. Krupenko Lab

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Information
Department Nutrition Research Institute - 633300
Posting Open Date 11/12/2021
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title Postdoctoral Research Associate- S. Krupenko Lab
Vacancy ID PDS003272
Full-time/Part-time Full Time
Hours per week
FTE
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Learning how people can eat uniquely! 
The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) is an internationally recognized center conducting innovative basic and translational science to establish how individual differences in nutrient requirements and responses to diet affect our nutritional needs. Our research contributes to the prevention and mitigation of chronic disease across the lifespan from periconception through aging.
Our Mission is to lead precision nutrition research through understanding how genetics and environment affect an individual’s requirements for and responses to nutrients.
NRI principal investigators hold faculty appointments in the departments of Nutrition and Psychology at UNC Chapel Hill. Their research interrogates nutrient roles in disease prevention, disease risk factors, and the impact of gene-environment and gene-nutrient interactions.
The NRI promotes excellence in nutrition knowledge, teaching, and research. We seek and encourage a diversity of experiences and ideas and provide the tools and flexibility for all employees to achieve success and excellence within their chosen occupations and aspirations.
We are committed to open dialogue, careful listening, becoming educated about the systems that hinder or prevent success, and taking action to ensure that all are equally acknowledged for their contributions and equally reap the benefits of being part of our community. 
Our Vision is to use scientific discovery to ensure optimal health through individualized nutrition.
Everyone who works at the NRI supports this hopeful vision. Working at the NRI means doing good for the world. Join us! 
The NRI and this position are in Kannapolis, NC, in the Charlotte region.
Position Summary
This posting is for Two (2) Postdoc positions with NRI. By Applying to this posting, you are applying for both positions. *
Two Postdoctoral Research Associate- S. Krupenko Lab
Nutrition Research Institute
 
Please note that this position is located on the NC Research Campus in Kannapolis, NC, appx 2 hours from Chapel Hill.
 
We are seeking energetic and talented postdoctoral researchers to study the function of folate enzymes ALDH1L1 and ALDH1L2 in cellular metabolism and their association with human diseases. The projects will utilize cell culture and mouse models to answer questions about the role of folate metabolizing enzymes, and dietary folate, in liver and brain function, tumorigenesis, cancer progression and metastasis. 
 
Postdoctoral fellow will study the role of  ALDH1L1 and ALDH1L2 enzymes in the regulation of cellular metabolism and association of these proteins with human diseases. 
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD in Biochemistry or related disciplines 
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience with protein expression and purification and modern cell biology techiques is required. 
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Applicants with experience in mouse studies are preferred. 
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Special Instructions
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Department Contact Name and Title Susie Smith, Programs & Operations Specialist
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [email protected]. 
 
Please note: The Equal Employment Opportunity office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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