University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Heinzen Lab
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Elkins Hills, North Carolina, United States
Position Information
Department:
SOP-DPET - 452200
Posting Open Date:
03/28/2023
Application Deadline:
(not specified in original)
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Type:
Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Heinzen Lab
Vacancy ID:
PDS003793
Full-time/Part-time:
Full Time
Hours per week:
FTE:
1
Work Location:
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location:
Hiring Range:
$52,000 - $60,000
Proposed Start Date:
07/01/2021
Estimated Duration of Appointment:
12 Months
Position Information The Heinzen laboratory in the Division of Pharmacotherapy and Experimental Therapeutics, in collaboration with the Eshelman Institute for Innovation, in the Eshelman School of Pharmacy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is looking to immediately fill multiple postdoctoral fellowship positions to study molecular mechanisms across multiple types of genetic epilepsies to identify convergent disease mechanisms and drug targets.
The successful candidates will be part of a highly interdisciplinary environment to develop induced pluripotent stem cell derived neuronal models of genetic epilepsies and apply cutting-edge technologies including electrophysiology, single-cell RNAseq, chromatin conformation capture technique, optogenetics, genetic encoded biosensors of neurotransmission, and live cell imaging, to study cellular and molecular signatures associated genetic epilepsies. Well-defined cellular and molecular signatures will be fed into the drug discovery pipeline and/or subjected to CRISPR-screens to identify druggable genetic modifiers as part of the Drug Discovery Initiative led by the Eshelman Institute of Innovation.
The ultimate goal is for postdoctoral fellows to develop specialized skill sets to drive independent research programs that can launch independent research careers
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements The position requires a Ph.D. in a biological sciences discipline (e.g., neuroscience, molecular biology, pharmacology, cell biology, molecular genetics), and a publication record demonstrating research productivity. Excellent communication, organization, writing, data analysis skills, and willingness to be part of collaborative team science skills are also essential.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Excellent communication, organization, writing, and willingness to be part of collaborative team science skills are also essential.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience The projects will involve a significant amount of laboratory bench work. Research experience with human induced pluripotent stem cell models preferred but not required.
Special Instructions For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services, click here.
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/253163
Posting Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title:
Erin Heinzen
Department Contact Telephone or Email:
erin-h@email.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 Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919) 962-1091 or send an email to equalopportunity@unc.edu. Please note: The Equal Employment Opportunity office 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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Department:
SOP-DPET - 452200
Posting Open Date:
03/28/2023
Application Deadline:
(not specified in original)
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Type:
Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Heinzen Lab
Vacancy ID:
PDS003793
Full-time/Part-time:
Full Time
Hours per week:
FTE:
1
Work Location:
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location:
Hiring Range:
$52,000 - $60,000
Proposed Start Date:
07/01/2021
Estimated Duration of Appointment:
12 Months
Position Information The Heinzen laboratory in the Division of Pharmacotherapy and Experimental Therapeutics, in collaboration with the Eshelman Institute for Innovation, in the Eshelman School of Pharmacy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is looking to immediately fill multiple postdoctoral fellowship positions to study molecular mechanisms across multiple types of genetic epilepsies to identify convergent disease mechanisms and drug targets.
The successful candidates will be part of a highly interdisciplinary environment to develop induced pluripotent stem cell derived neuronal models of genetic epilepsies and apply cutting-edge technologies including electrophysiology, single-cell RNAseq, chromatin conformation capture technique, optogenetics, genetic encoded biosensors of neurotransmission, and live cell imaging, to study cellular and molecular signatures associated genetic epilepsies. Well-defined cellular and molecular signatures will be fed into the drug discovery pipeline and/or subjected to CRISPR-screens to identify druggable genetic modifiers as part of the Drug Discovery Initiative led by the Eshelman Institute of Innovation.
The ultimate goal is for postdoctoral fellows to develop specialized skill sets to drive independent research programs that can launch independent research careers
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements The position requires a Ph.D. in a biological sciences discipline (e.g., neuroscience, molecular biology, pharmacology, cell biology, molecular genetics), and a publication record demonstrating research productivity. Excellent communication, organization, writing, data analysis skills, and willingness to be part of collaborative team science skills are also essential.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Excellent communication, organization, writing, and willingness to be part of collaborative team science skills are also essential.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience The projects will involve a significant amount of laboratory bench work. Research experience with human induced pluripotent stem cell models preferred but not required.
Special Instructions For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services, click here.
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/253163
Posting Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title:
Erin Heinzen
Department Contact Telephone or Email:
erin-h@email.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 Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919) 962-1091 or send an email to equalopportunity@unc.edu. Please note: The Equal Employment Opportunity office 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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