The University of North Carolina
Postdoctoral Researcher – Honey bee Molecular and Microbiology
The University of North Carolina, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Postdoctoral Researcher – Honey bee Molecular and Microbiology
Functional Title: Postdoctoral Researcher – Honey bee Molecular and Microbiology
Position Type: Research
Position Eclass: EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first‑generation and lower‑income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land‑grant Universities, UNCG is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Plant and Pollinator Center (PPC) under the Division of Research and Engagement (DORE), teaches biological concepts and research methods to biology and medical technology majors and prepares them for professional careers and/or advanced study. We also introduce non‑biology majors to basic biological knowledge and its applications to our society. We prepare graduate students for professional careers and/or further graduate study. By involving undergraduate and graduate students in research, we increase society’s knowledge of living organisms and their environments and we enhance our students’ technical and analytical skills so that they can contribute meaningfully to an increasingly technological society. We apply our skills by serving the University, our profession, and the larger community.
Position Summary This Postdoctoral Researcher – Honey bee Molecular and Microbiology position conducts research related to honey bee gut microbiomes and related colony health and behavior. This position has an innovation component and may lead to development of a novel honey bee health product. The position is an 18 month appointment.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) in microbiology, molecular biology or a related field.
Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge to conduct microbiological and molecular research on honey bees is required.
The ideal candidate will have:
A strong background in microbiology and molecular biology.
Experience working with honey bees and maintaining honey bee colonies.
Experience designing and conducting scientific experiments.
Ability to perform statistical analysis and data interpretation.
Experience and/or interest in innovation, product development, and entrepreneurship.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications None specified.
Key Responsibilities
Scientific experimentation – 50%
Design and execute scientific experiments.
Collect, analyze, and interpret project data.
Apiary management – 20%
Manage honey bee apiaries and help maintain honey bee and other project equipment.
Research Analysis – 10%
Perform critical analyses of relevant literature.
Prepare manuscripts for publication.
Present findings at conferences and workshops.
Generate project reports.
Contribute to the synthesis of follow‑on funding proposals.
General Instruction – 10%
Provide general instruction and oversight to students and other lab personnel regarding procedures and techniques for beekeeping and research projects.
Commercialization – 10%
Contribute to patent composition and other efforts associated with commercialization of research‑derived products.
ADA Checklist R for Rare (0‑30%), O for Occasional (30‑60%), F for Frequent (60‑90%), C for Constant (90‑100%).
Physical Effort: Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Hand Movement-Grasping, Holding, Finger Dexterity, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Lifting 30‑60 lbs.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References
Optional Documents
Additional materials (e.g., publications, certificates) may be submitted.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
UNCGjobsearch Website
Greensboro News & Record
Carolina Peacemaker
Other Newspaper
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Inside Higher Ed
Other Professional Journal
NCWorks.gov
UNC System Job Board
Other Online Job Board
Personal Networking
Other
* If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here. (Open Ended Question)
* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
Yes
No
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro?
Yes
No
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Position Type: Research
Position Eclass: EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first‑generation and lower‑income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land‑grant Universities, UNCG is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Plant and Pollinator Center (PPC) under the Division of Research and Engagement (DORE), teaches biological concepts and research methods to biology and medical technology majors and prepares them for professional careers and/or advanced study. We also introduce non‑biology majors to basic biological knowledge and its applications to our society. We prepare graduate students for professional careers and/or further graduate study. By involving undergraduate and graduate students in research, we increase society’s knowledge of living organisms and their environments and we enhance our students’ technical and analytical skills so that they can contribute meaningfully to an increasingly technological society. We apply our skills by serving the University, our profession, and the larger community.
Position Summary This Postdoctoral Researcher – Honey bee Molecular and Microbiology position conducts research related to honey bee gut microbiomes and related colony health and behavior. This position has an innovation component and may lead to development of a novel honey bee health product. The position is an 18 month appointment.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) in microbiology, molecular biology or a related field.
Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge to conduct microbiological and molecular research on honey bees is required.
The ideal candidate will have:
A strong background in microbiology and molecular biology.
Experience working with honey bees and maintaining honey bee colonies.
Experience designing and conducting scientific experiments.
Ability to perform statistical analysis and data interpretation.
Experience and/or interest in innovation, product development, and entrepreneurship.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications None specified.
Key Responsibilities
Scientific experimentation – 50%
Design and execute scientific experiments.
Collect, analyze, and interpret project data.
Apiary management – 20%
Manage honey bee apiaries and help maintain honey bee and other project equipment.
Research Analysis – 10%
Perform critical analyses of relevant literature.
Prepare manuscripts for publication.
Present findings at conferences and workshops.
Generate project reports.
Contribute to the synthesis of follow‑on funding proposals.
General Instruction – 10%
Provide general instruction and oversight to students and other lab personnel regarding procedures and techniques for beekeeping and research projects.
Commercialization – 10%
Contribute to patent composition and other efforts associated with commercialization of research‑derived products.
ADA Checklist R for Rare (0‑30%), O for Occasional (30‑60%), F for Frequent (60‑90%), C for Constant (90‑100%).
Physical Effort: Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Hand Movement-Grasping, Holding, Finger Dexterity, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Lifting 30‑60 lbs.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References
Optional Documents
Additional materials (e.g., publications, certificates) may be submitted.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
UNCGjobsearch Website
Greensboro News & Record
Carolina Peacemaker
Other Newspaper
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Inside Higher Ed
Other Professional Journal
NCWorks.gov
UNC System Job Board
Other Online Job Board
Personal Networking
Other
* If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here. (Open Ended Question)
* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
Yes
No
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro?
Yes
No
#J-18808-Ljbffr