Summary:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a highly skilled Post-Doc Research Associate to join the Schrider Lab. The candidate will engage in cutting-edge research in population genetics and phylogenetics.
Job Post for Post-Doc Research Associate (Schrider) University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, US
Designation:
Postdoctoral Scholar
Table:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Posting Open Date | 05/20/2026 |
| Application Deadline | Open Until Filled |
| Position Type | Full-Time Temporary |
| Work Location | Chapel Hill, NC, North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | Dependent on Experience |
| Proposed Start Date | 07/01/2026 |
| Estimated Duration of Appointment | 12 Months |
Research Area:
Population Genetics and Phylogenetics
Location:
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Minimum Education: PhD in Evolution, Genetics, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related fields.
- Required Qualifications: Strong research background in evolutionary genetics and/or computational genomics.
- Preferred Qualifications: Motivated individual with a keen interest in team science.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will support the Schrider Lab in:
- Developing and applying computational methods to study the impacts of adaptation, recombination, introgression, and demographic changes on genetic diversity.
- Clarifying phylogenetic relationships among species and genealogical relationships of individuals within species.
- Investigating evolutionary questions in mosquito genomes.
- Analyzing evolutionary models, including therapeutic resistance evolution in cancer, utilizing simulation and/or analytical theory.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit:
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- List of References
- (Optional) Cover Letter
Applications can be submitted via the UNC Job Portal.
Last Date for Apply:
Open Until Filled
For further inquiries, contact:
- Department Contact: Lisa Thompson, HR Consultant
- Email: Lisa_A_Thompson@med.unc.edu
- Postdoctoral Affairs Contact: Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, 919-962-9982, opahr@unc.edu
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
