Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Molecular Epidemiology

4w4 weeks ago

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, US · Full-time · $55,000 – $65,000

About this role

The Troester Lab, jointly affiliated with the Department of Epidemiology and the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with interests in molecular epidemiology, genetics, or translational breast cancer research. The successful candidate will lead research efforts using rich molecular and epidemiologic data from the Carolina Breast Cancer Study (CBCS), a large, diverse population-based study.

Projects will focus on identifying genetic and environmental risk factors for breast cancer and benign breast disease. The role offers opportunities to work at the intersection of population health and molecular biology in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

The lab provides a supportive setting for developing independent research directions while contributing to ongoing studies. Postdoctoral researchers will interact closely with epidemiologists, geneticists, and translational scientists across UNC Chapel Hill.

This position is ideal for candidates seeking to build a career in cancer prevention and control research. UNC offers comprehensive postdoctoral benefits and services to support professional development and well-being.

Requirements

PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in behavioral science, epidemiology, nutrition, public health, or a related field
Strong record of achievement and publications in cancer prevention and control
Interests in molecular epidemiology, genetics, or translational breast cancer research
Coding and statistical analysis experience is helpful but not required
Highly motivated with a demonstrated ability to lead research projects

Responsibilities

Lead research efforts using rich molecular and epidemiologic data from the Carolina Breast Cancer Study (CBCS)
Identify genetic and environmental risk factors for breast cancer and benign breast disease
Work at the intersection of population health and molecular biology
Collaborate with investigators in a multidisciplinary environment
Design and conduct analyses of molecular and epidemiologic datasets
Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
Present research findings at lab meetings and scientific conferences

Benefits

Access to UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services
Opportunity to work with rich molecular and epidemiologic data from a large, diverse population-based study
Collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment
Professional development support through the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center