University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Postdoctoral Research Associate, Raffield Lab (Genetics / Multi-omics), Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA

This UNC Chapel Hill postdoc opening is based in the Raffield Laboratory in the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Genetics, which seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate with a background in Human Genetics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or a related field. Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA. Qualification: PhD.

UNC Chapel Hill Postdoc Job Details

Company: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate

Department: Raffield Laboratory, Department of Genetics

Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA

Employment Type: Full-time temporary appointment (40 hours/week, FTE 1)

Appointment Length: Estimated 12-month appointment

Proposed Start Date: Around 30 Nov 2026

Experience Tier: Postdoc (0–2 pathway for CMS capping)

Qualification: PhD

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

The UNC Chapel Hill postdoc will lead large-scale genomic and multi-omic analyses of traits related to cardiometabolic disease and Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, contributing to UNC’s biomedical research mission.

Eligibility Criteria

  • PhD
  • Background in Human Genetics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or a related field

Salary

Hiring range about USD 63,480–69,180 depending on experience.

How to Apply for the UNC Chapel Hill Postdoc

Applicants should upload a CV and cover letter with a brief statement of research interests via UNC PeopleAdmin.

Additional Information

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.

About University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

UNC–Chapel Hill is a major US public research university. The Genetics department and broader health-sciences enterprise emphasise excellence in patient care, education and research, including basic, translational and population science.

The mission of the organizational unit is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom it serves.

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Applications for this UNC Chapel Hill postdoc are submitted through UNC PeopleAdmin. The posting is open until filled.