Research Associate

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 5 days ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 25 Apr 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Pharmacology-424001
Career Area Research Professionals
Posting Open Date 04/11/2024
Application Deadline 04/25/2024
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Research Associate
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number 20063247
Vacancy ID NF0008041
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
FTE 1
Hours per week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range Dependent upon qualifications and experience
Proposed Start Date 05/06/2024

Position Information


Be a Tar Heel!
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 . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
A position is available for a Research Associate in a newly established metabolomics lab, which will operate within the UNC Proteomics and Metabolomics Core Facility housed in the Pharmacology Department. The metabolomics lab is set to open Spring 2024, and it will be affiliated with UNC School of Medicine’s Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center (LCCC) and UNC Nutrition Obesity Research Center (NORC) within Gillings School of Global Public Health.
The Research Associate will help team members establish the metabolomics lab, including equipment acquisition, establishment of standard operation procedures, establishment of mass spectrometry methods for targeted and untargeted metabolomics and more.
The Research Associate will work with team members and collaborators to design experiments and manage projects. The Research Associate will assist in various aspects of these projects including sample preparation, mass spectrometry analysis and/or data analysis and interpretation. They will contribute to writing reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
BS or MS in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Nutrition, or a related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The applicant will have two or more years of post-bachelor’s degree experience in metabolomics or another mass spectrometry-based field. Experience with sample preparation, mass spectrometry analysis and/or data analysis is required.
Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience with instruments such as high-resolution mass spectrometers (Thermo Orbitrap, Agilent Q-TOF systems), triple quadrupoles, UHPLC/GC systems, and other similar instruments. This includes operation, troubleshooting and maintenance. Experience with different types of metabolomics software (Thermo Compound Discoverer, MetaboAnalyst) is preferred.
Experience with preparing samples for metabolomics is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with a working knowledge or experience with cell biology, metabolism, common biochemical techniques and/or statistics.
The successful candidate will work on multiple projects at the same time; therefore, strong multitasking and time management skills, as well as the ability to work independently and efficiently is required.
The successful candidate will work closely with the other Proteomics Core team members, as well as collaborators from multiple labs; therefore, strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
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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, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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