The University of North Carolina
Post-Doc Trainee
The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517
Posting Information
Department
ESE - Inst Envir Hlth Solution - 463003
Posting Open Date
10/31/2025
Application Deadline
11/14/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title
Post-Doc Trainee
Vacancy ID
PDS004697
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week
40
FTE
1
Work Location
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Proposed Start Date
11/24/2025
Estimated Duration of Appointment
12 Months
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
and is among 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.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit The Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering is the nation’s first engineering department in a school of public health founded in 1921. It is unique as an environmental science and engineering program housed in a school of public health. The mission of ESE is to promote human and ecological health for all by identifying, understanding, and solving pressing environmental challenges. Students and faculty work collaboratively to: (1) understand the environmental transport and transformation of chemicals and infectious agents; (2) protect vulnerable populations from toxic exposures; (3) mitigate the impacts of climate change on air, water and health; and (4) create a healthy, sustainable and equitable future. The faculty and students of the Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering (ESE) are responding to, planning for, and working to mitigate new and evolving public health threats. Some of these threats include viruses and toxic compounds in the air we breathe, hazardous agents in contaminated floodwaters, antibiotic resistance, air pollution exposures from drought‑enabled wildfires, changes in water availability in low‑income countries, extreme weather‑impacts on the financial health of local water districts and prenatal exposures to legacy and emerging contaminants. We have an internationally recognized faculty in air pollution, environmental health sciences, climate change and health, global water policy, infectious disease and microbiology, environmental chemistry, transport, and engineering. We are home to UNC’s Water Institute and the Institute for Environmental Health Solutions.
Position Summary We are seeking a candidate with doctoral training in an environmental health‑related discipline such as exposure assessment, molecular or computational toxicology and biology, environmental chemistry, statistics, bioinformatics, geography, or epidemiology for an NIEHS funded T32 postdoctoral fellowship in Environmental Science and Engineering. The initial appointment period is 1 year with a maximum of 2 years of support. This fellowship is part of a robust training program, encompassing epidemiology, biostatistics and environmental sciences and affords the fellow the opportunity to pursue mentored research in their areas of interest. Fellows are encouraged to collaborate with UNC Investigators as well as adjunct training faculty at the NIEHS and EPA. This training program will prepare environmental health scientists to be future leaders in environmental health science collaborations.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements The typical post‑doctoral trainee will have completed highly relevant doctoral training in an environmental health‑related discipline such as exposure assessment, molecular or computational toxicology and biology, environmental chemistry, statistics, bioinformatics, geography, or epidemiology and have been awarded a Ph.D. or its equivalent.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Due to Federally‑mandated funding restrictions, the post‑doctoral trainee MUST be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Strong data collection and management skills are essential. Programming skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Relevant work experience preferred. We seek individuals with high energy, creativity, attention to accuracy, and the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Consistent with NIH policies for T32 fellowships, to be eligible for this award, individuals must be a citizen or a noncitizen national of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence at the time of appointment.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
Please note: The potential fellow must be a US Citizen or permanent resident due to the restriction of the funding mechanism by NIOSH / CDC.
Special Instructions For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services
click here
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/308788
Posting Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title
LaTonya Simrel‑Wright, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email
latosimr@unc.edu
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at (919) 962‑9982 or send an email to
opahr@unc.edu . Please note: The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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ESE - Inst Envir Hlth Solution - 463003
Posting Open Date
10/31/2025
Application Deadline
11/14/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title
Post-Doc Trainee
Vacancy ID
PDS004697
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week
40
FTE
1
Work Location
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Proposed Start Date
11/24/2025
Estimated Duration of Appointment
12 Months
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
and is among 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.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit The Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering is the nation’s first engineering department in a school of public health founded in 1921. It is unique as an environmental science and engineering program housed in a school of public health. The mission of ESE is to promote human and ecological health for all by identifying, understanding, and solving pressing environmental challenges. Students and faculty work collaboratively to: (1) understand the environmental transport and transformation of chemicals and infectious agents; (2) protect vulnerable populations from toxic exposures; (3) mitigate the impacts of climate change on air, water and health; and (4) create a healthy, sustainable and equitable future. The faculty and students of the Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering (ESE) are responding to, planning for, and working to mitigate new and evolving public health threats. Some of these threats include viruses and toxic compounds in the air we breathe, hazardous agents in contaminated floodwaters, antibiotic resistance, air pollution exposures from drought‑enabled wildfires, changes in water availability in low‑income countries, extreme weather‑impacts on the financial health of local water districts and prenatal exposures to legacy and emerging contaminants. We have an internationally recognized faculty in air pollution, environmental health sciences, climate change and health, global water policy, infectious disease and microbiology, environmental chemistry, transport, and engineering. We are home to UNC’s Water Institute and the Institute for Environmental Health Solutions.
Position Summary We are seeking a candidate with doctoral training in an environmental health‑related discipline such as exposure assessment, molecular or computational toxicology and biology, environmental chemistry, statistics, bioinformatics, geography, or epidemiology for an NIEHS funded T32 postdoctoral fellowship in Environmental Science and Engineering. The initial appointment period is 1 year with a maximum of 2 years of support. This fellowship is part of a robust training program, encompassing epidemiology, biostatistics and environmental sciences and affords the fellow the opportunity to pursue mentored research in their areas of interest. Fellows are encouraged to collaborate with UNC Investigators as well as adjunct training faculty at the NIEHS and EPA. This training program will prepare environmental health scientists to be future leaders in environmental health science collaborations.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements The typical post‑doctoral trainee will have completed highly relevant doctoral training in an environmental health‑related discipline such as exposure assessment, molecular or computational toxicology and biology, environmental chemistry, statistics, bioinformatics, geography, or epidemiology and have been awarded a Ph.D. or its equivalent.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Due to Federally‑mandated funding restrictions, the post‑doctoral trainee MUST be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Strong data collection and management skills are essential. Programming skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Relevant work experience preferred. We seek individuals with high energy, creativity, attention to accuracy, and the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Consistent with NIH policies for T32 fellowships, to be eligible for this award, individuals must be a citizen or a noncitizen national of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence at the time of appointment.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
Please note: The potential fellow must be a US Citizen or permanent resident due to the restriction of the funding mechanism by NIOSH / CDC.
Special Instructions For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services
click here
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/308788
Posting Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title
LaTonya Simrel‑Wright, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email
latosimr@unc.edu
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at (919) 962‑9982 or send an email to
opahr@unc.edu . Please note: The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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