Post-Doc Trainee

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.

Since 1966, researchers at the Carolina Population Center have pioneered data collection and research techniques that move population science forward by emphasizing life course approaches, longitudinal surveys, the integration of biological measurement into social surveys, and attention to context and environment. We are also at the forefront of creating interdisciplinary training programs that integrate approaches from the social and biological sciences, building research capacity and training the next generation of scholars. Our faculty fellows address pressing research questions about population dynamics, fertility, health, mortality, migration, and the environment. Faculty come from multiple disciplines, benefitting from the cross-pollination of ideas. Our dedicated research and programming staff support fellows at every stage of project development, from conception through data collection or acquisition, analysis and dissemination, and project administration. https://www.cpc.unc.edu/about/

The Carolina Population Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is inviting applications for a postdoctoral position funded as part of its NICHD-funded T32 population science training program. The overall goal of the program is to create a cadre of future leaders in social science and public health disciplines with the subject matter expertise, interdisciplinary orientation, population perspective, and data skills to address and have an impact on pressing issues in demography, population health, and reproductive health.

The initial term of appointment is one year, with a preferred start date of August 2025. Reappointment for a second (final) year of T32 support is expected. Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, December 18th to be considered.

Additional supplementary materials are required. Please carefully review the special instructions section of this posting.

Postdoctoral scholars must have received their PhD or earned doctoral degree in a social science or public health discipline before the start date of the postdoctoral traineeship. This position requires successful applicants to be US Citizens/Permanent residents at the time of appointment.

Experience and interest in population health and research.

Experience and interest in population health and research.

Applicants must complete the supplementary application package which includes a cover letter, CV, a background and goals statement, copies of research publications (no more than 3), and complete graduate transcripts. Additionally, three letters of recommendation are required from faculty members with direct knowledge of your prior research and training. A letter of endorsement from one of the current CPC fellows is also required. The letter should describe the specific plans for research collaboration during the postdoctoral fellowship. Prospective applicants should consult the list of CPC faculty fellows (h ttps://www.cpc.unc.edu/people/fellows) and contact potential sponsors to determine their availability and interest. The supplementary application package should be submitted here: https://unc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d4ivBNVINTUPnV4

For your application to be considered, you must complete both an application through this posting AND the supplementary application package linked above (you may use the same cover letter and CV for both). All materials including the supplementary application package, letters of recommendation and endorsement, and your submission through the UNC HR website are due no later than December 18, 2024.

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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.

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, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.