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Post-Doc Research Associate (CBMC)- Bowers Lab

University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill

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Compensation
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Location
NC-Chapel-Hill, NC
Role Type
Research
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Doctorate, required

Job overview

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a highly motivated, enthusiastic postdoctoral research associate with a Ph.D. and experience in chemical synthesis and/or enzyme kinetics. The position works on mRNA display, chemical synthesis, and biophysical and biochemical characterization of new peptide-based inhibitors.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Chemical Synthesis, nice to haveEnzyme Kinetics, nice to have

Qualifications

Ph.D. Degree, nice to have

Full job description

Vacancy ID: PDS004998

Position Summary/Description:

We seek highly motivated, enthusiastic individuals who have a Ph.D. degree and experience in chemical synthesis and/or enzyme kinetics. This position is responsible for working on mRNA display, chemical synthesis, and biophysical and biochemical characterization of new peptide-based inhibitors.

Education and Experience:

Experience in chemical synthesis and/or enzyme kinetics is preferred.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,140 open Research Associate jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$70–97K/yr406 salary ranges
  • US median$16–18/hr121 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 40 open Research Associate jobs in North Carolina and 1,140 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
Research Associate postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (298 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 313 of the 1,140 open Research Associate jobs (27%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.

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