Post-Doc Research Associate - McCaulley
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Full Time
Post-Doc Research Associate - McCaulley
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Posting Information
Posting Details
DepartmentCell Biology and Physiology - 422001
Posting Open Date07/24/2025
Application Deadline08/01/2025
Open Until FilledNo
Position TypePostdoctoral Scholar
Position TitlePost-Doc Research Associate - McCaulley
Vacancy IDPDS004607
Full-time/Part-timeFull-Time Temporary
Hours per week40
FTE1
Work LocationChapel Hill, NC
Position LocationNorth Carolina, US
Hiring RangeDependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment12 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 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.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
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.
Position Summary
The McCauley lab uses human organoids and mouse models to investigate gastrointestinal physiology and function. We have a particular interest in disease modeling using pluripotent stem cell-derived organoids and in understanding how enteroendocrine cells regulate intestinal functions during health and in disease. We have an open position for a postdoctoral researcher to lead current projects supported by preliminary data.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD or Equivalent
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience in cell culture techniques and/or mouse models. Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques, including Western blot, quantitative PCR, and confocal microscopy.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The preferred candidate has experience in one or more of the following areas: gastrointestinal physiology, organoid culture, mouse models of disease, and/or omics analysis. The candidate should have a minimum of one first-author publication produced during the PhD. Preference will be given to candidates who include a 1 page research statement including goals for postdoctoral training and outlining how the candidate envisions their expertise contributing to the McCauley lab.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Special Instructions
For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
Posting Information
Posting Details
DepartmentCell Biology and Physiology - 422001
Posting Open Date07/24/2025
Application Deadline08/01/2025
Open Until FilledNo
Position TypePostdoctoral Scholar
Position TitlePost-Doc Research Associate - McCaulley
Vacancy IDPDS004607
Full-time/Part-timeFull-Time Temporary
Hours per week40
FTE1
Work LocationChapel Hill, NC
Position LocationNorth Carolina, US
Hiring RangeDependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date
Estimated Duration of Appointment12 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 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.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
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.
Position Summary
The McCauley lab uses human organoids and mouse models to investigate gastrointestinal physiology and function. We have a particular interest in disease modeling using pluripotent stem cell-derived organoids and in understanding how enteroendocrine cells regulate intestinal functions during health and in disease. We have an open position for a postdoctoral researcher to lead current projects supported by preliminary data.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD or Equivalent
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience in cell culture techniques and/or mouse models. Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques, including Western blot, quantitative PCR, and confocal microscopy.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The preferred candidate has experience in one or more of the following areas: gastrointestinal physiology, organoid culture, mouse models of disease, and/or omics analysis. The candidate should have a minimum of one first-author publication produced during the PhD. Preference will be given to candidates who include a 1 page research statement including goals for postdoctoral training and outlining how the candidate envisions their expertise contributing to the McCauley lab.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Special Instructions
For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Job ID: 486774312
Originally Posted on: 7/25/2025
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