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.

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.

A postdoctoral position is available at the Biomedical Research Imaging Center ( BRIC), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

The Imaging Center houses state-of-the-art imaging equipment and provides extensive imaging support, and directs innovative imaging research programs. The Center is home to several core facilities, including Human Imaging core facility, Preclinical Molecular Imaging core facility, Small Animal MRI core facility, Radiochemistry core facility, and Image Analysis core facility. The Preclinical Molecular Imaging ( PMI) core facility is equipped with cutting-edge preclinical imaging equipment for PET/CT, SPECT/CT, optical, ultrasound, and high-resolution CT imaging in small animal models. The PMI core provides comprehensive imaging services to over 70 investigators from UNC, regional institutions, and industrial collaborators.

The main responsibility of the position is to conduct research activities in the imaging center under the guidance of a faculty mentor in preparation for a full-time academic or research career. Successful candidate will join the preclinical imaging team to develop new imaging protocols and image analysis approaches, and develop new theranostic tools in the field of molecular imaging and radiation research. Some primary duties include: 1) Image acquisition using PET/CT, MRI, and optical imaging in animal models of neurological and oncological diseases; 2) Develop image analysis strategies and conduct image analysis for imaging projects; 3) Evaluate new theranostic compounds in terms of biodistribution, imaging capability, therapeutic efficacy, and tissue toxicity. 4) Conduct radiation studies to develop new cancer treatment approaches. The postdoctoral appointee is expected to drive efforts to publish results in peer reviewed journals and conferences.

Ph.D. degree (or equivalent doctorate degree) in biomedical engineering, biology, physiology, pharmaceutical science, or related disciplines.

Experience with health sciences research, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical research, or related field.

Research experience on animal models, image analysis, and radiobiology is a plus.

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Please note: The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

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