Postdoctoral Researcher

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 15 Aug 2021

Posting Information


Position Title Postdoctoral Researcher
Vacancy ID PDS003171
Department Lineberger Compr Cancer Center - 426801
Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar

Salary Range Dependent upon Experience and/or Qualifications
Full-time/Part-time Full Time
If part-time, hours per week
FTE 1.00
Proposed Start Date 09/01/2021
Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months
Posting Open Date 08/02/2021
Posting Close Date 08/15/2021
Open Until Filled No
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Summary
Researchers in the Center for Gastrointestinal Biology and Disease and the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center seek a Postdoctoral Researcher to unravel connections between the gut microbiome and cancer immunotherapies. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team consisting of microbiologists, cell and molecular biologists, and a physician-scientist. 
 
Experiments will involve culture and propagation of anaerobic gut bacteria. Both standard and germ-free mouse models of human cancers will be employed. Standard molecular and cell biology and biochemistry techniques will be routinely employed, along with flow cytometry. 
 
The candidate will investigate mechanisms through which gut bacteria augment immunotherapies in mouse models of human cancer. Thus, a strong foundation in microbiology and immunology, with demonstrable expertise in associated techniques is strongly recommended. 
Educational Requirements
Ph.D or M.D. or D.V.M 
Qualifications and Experience
1. Able to successfully develop and execute experiments using a variety of techniques used in immunology: flow cytometry, nucleic acid isolation, qPCR. 
2. Have experience culturing and propagating bacteria. 
3. Experience with lab animal handling 
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Special Instructions
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Special Physical and Mental Requirements

Department Contact Name and Title Rebecca Phelps, HR Consultant
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.

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