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.

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The Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct scientific research at the Biomolecular Engineering lab (Sode lab). This Postdoctoral Research Associate will independently carry out the research project on the development of biosensing technologies based on the creation of biosensing molecules, such as enzymes and antibodies. This position will also be expected to write manuscripts and contribute to writing grant applications. Additionally, this position requires high level expertise in conducting complex experimental assays, including biochemical analyses, optical analyses, electrochemical analyses ( EIS, EGFET, SWV, CA), recombinant protein production and purification, and protein design. This position works closely with principal investigators and laboratory manager to plan, carry out, and manage research projects, organize and direct the daily activities of the laboratory and is responsible for mentoring laboratory personnel, including graduate students, undergraduate students, and international visiting scholars by providing guidance and supporting, coordinating research, conducting and overseeing quality assurance and quality control, and collecting, analyzing, interpreting lab results, preparing post- grant research reports and grant applications.

The position is full-time, with a standard work schedule from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. This role is integral to the mission of the Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, which aims to unite engineering and medicine to improve lives.

PhD in biotechnology, biomedical engineering or related area.

Research experiences at least for more than 3 years, with solid records of research activities in the area of biomolecular engineering and biosensor development.

Research experiences in laboratories of different countries. Construction and characterization of electrochemical and optical biosensors with developed biosensing molecules. Research mentoring experiences of graduate and undergraduate students.

Mental requirements Cognitive demands: The ability to perform tasks, even in distracting environments Communication skills: The ability to speak, write, listen, and collaborate with others Decision-making: The ability to apply logic and established protocols in a timely manne

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