Research Associate

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 25 Jan 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department ASOD Periodontology-436530
Career Area Laboratory Management and Services
Posting Open Date 01/11/2024
Application Deadline 01/25/2024
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Research Associate
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number 20061715
Vacancy ID NF0007714
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
FTE 1
Hours per week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications
Proposed Start Date 02/26/2024

Position Information


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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Comprehensive Oral Health houses several disciplines including, Periodontology, Dental Hygiene, Comprehensive Dentistry, Operative Dentistry/BioMaterials, Prosthodontics, and Endodontics. The Periodontology discipline focuses on the prevention and treatment of gum disease, as well as the management of gum and tissue inflammation resulting from existing dental conditions
Position Summary
The Marchesan Lab focuses on interrogating periodontal disease pathogenesis, specifically on how different innate immune players drive gingival breakdown and periodontal tissue destruction. Our overall goal is to study mechanisms of periodontal bone loss and translate novel therapeutics into the clinic. This position will design, manage, and execute experiments in accordance with the lab’s focus. This will include optimizing assays, validating drug delivery efficacy/efficiency, and follow-up studies. The Research Associate is expected to present research findings at meetings and, consequently, co-author papers and grants developed in the lab. The researcher will also assist with manuscript preparation and grant writing. Will work collaboratively with other researchers in the lab and collaborative labs.
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
The applicant must possess good problem-solving and organizational skills, be a team player, and have the skills to maintain standard laboratory operations. 
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 
* Must have previous experience in cellular and molecular biology (working with DNA and RNA, cloning, sequencing, quantitative PCR, western blots). 
* Must be able to work with human and mouse samples.
* Ability to use and maintain standard lab equipment. 
* Experience with ordering, invoice tracking, and maintaining laboratory stocks.
* Must be able to work in a diverse, collaborative team.
* Previous experience with cell culture, mouse models, and human tissue handling.
* Molecular biology experience.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
N/A
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/272721

Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Julie Marchesan, Assistant Professor
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to [email protected]
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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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