Inside Higher Ed · 3 days ago
Research Scientist - Jian Liu Lab
Chapel Hill, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a global leader in higher education, known for its commitment to research and public service. The Jian Liu Lab is seeking a Research Scientist to develop carbohydrate-based medicines, focusing on synthesizing sulfated glycans and identifying glycan-based disease targets, while contributing to funded research on liver disease.
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Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of method for the synthesis of sulfated glycans and the method for identifying glycan-based disease targets
Conduct enzyme-based methods for the synthesis of heparan sulfate and chondroitin sulfate glycans
Test the efficacy of glycans in different animal models
Become authors on peer-reviewed publications based upon their contributions
May involve travel to academic conferences
Qualification
Required
PhD degree is required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity
Additional 3+ years of postdoctoral research experience
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Ability to develop and manage productive and collaborative relationships both internally and externally with collaborative research partners
Ability to respond quickly to requests
Preferred
At least 2 years of relevant research experience or equivalent, preferably in glycobiology research, including, but not limited to stem cell research and related liver diseases
Demonstrated interest and skills in researching, data analysis and productivity, including an ability to synthesize and summarize large amounts of information
Interest in engaging in research on a drug discovery topic and drug target identification is encouraged to apply
Strong intellectual curiosity
Brings demonstrated interest or experience working in the interface of glycobiology, cell biology and physiology
Priority will be given to the candidates with glycobiology research
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
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Funding
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Director, Foundation Partnerships
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