What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post-Doc Trainee position at University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Posting Details
| Department | Envir Sciences and Engineering - 463001 |
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| Posting Open Date | 01/02/2026 |
| Application Deadline | 05/27/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Position Type | Postdoctoral Scholar |
| Position Title | Post-Doc Trainee |
| Vacancy ID | PDS004745 |
| Full-time/Part-time | Full-Time Temporary |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| FTE | 1 |
| Work Location | Chapel Hill, NC |
| Position Location | North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | Dependent Upon Qualifications and Experience |
| Proposed Start Date | 06/01/2026 |
| Estimated Duration of Appointment | 12 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. |
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| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The University of North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Education and Research Center (NC OSHERC) is a NIOSH-funded Education and Research Center, located at the Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. NC OSHERC Targeted Research Training (TRT) Program has an opening for a post-doctoral fellowship position for an individual interested in pursuing advanced research training in occupational health and safety. The NC OSHERC has a range of expertise to support post-doctoral training including, but not limited to, first responder health and safety, worksite injury prevention, Total Worker Health, chronic disease prevention, occupational exposure, women's health, and occupational epidemiology. This is a full-time position for a maximum of two years. |
| Position Summary | The post-doctoral candidate is expected to be familiar with conducting human subjects research. Prior training and experience with manuscript and grant writing, project management, and ability to contribute to off-site data collection efforts are desirable. Training will be interdisciplinary and focused on the trainee's specific needs, including mentored research experience under senior researchers in interdisciplinary research and participation in seminars. Duties include data collection and analysis, publishing in the peer-reviewed literature, participating in seminars and workgroups, and collaborating on research grant applications. Training may also include didactic coursework, depending on training goals and needs. Opportunities for teaching may also be available. The post-doctoral fellow will have the opportunity to conduct occupational health and safety research in close collaboration with the NC OSHECR faculty at UNC-CH, Duke University, and North Carolina State University. This Fellowship also offers an opportunity to work with researchers, public health practitioners, and clinicians across disciplines, as well as to become involved with existing collaborations with community groups, non-profit organizations, employers, and professionals. This broad network provides a rich, dynamic environment for trainees and substantial opportunities for research. The potential fellow must have recently earned a PhD in kinesiology, public health, injury epidemiology, occupational health and safety, or other related fields and is interested in cross-disciplinary training and research experience is encouraged to apply. Potential applicants are encouraged to view the NC OSHERC (https://sph.unc.edu/osherc/osherc/), MOTION Science Institute (https://tinyurl.com/wkcrrpbw), and the Carolina Center (https://healthywork.unc.edu/) websites and contact Dr. Eric Ryan for further information. The annual salary is set according to the experience of the candidate. The position is contingent upon funding. |
| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | Applicants must have a doctoral degree in kinesiology, exercise science, epidemiology, safety research, ergonomics, behavioral science, medicine, or a related field. |
| Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | Candidates must have less than five years of post-doctorate experience, a demonstrated record of individual initiative in research, strong analytic skills, and ability to work onsite at UNC-Chapel Hill. |
| Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | - |
| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | The potential fellow must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident due to the restriction of the funding mechanism by NIOSH/CDC. |
| Special Instructions | For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
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| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/311204 |
Posting Contact Information
| Department Contact Name and Title | Meredith Henderson, HR Team Lead |
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| Department Contact Telephone or Email | mmcnamar@unc.edu |
| Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at (919) 962-9982 or send an email to opahr@unc.edu. Please note: The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.