The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 3 weeks ago
Research Scientist - Jian Liu Lab
North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a global leader in higher education, and they are seeking a Research Scientist for the Jian Liu Lab. The role involves developing carbohydrate-based medicines, synthesizing sulfated glycans, and testing their efficacy in animal models, contributing to funded research on liver disease.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
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
Offer opportunities to become authors on peer-reviewed publications based upon their contributions
May involve travel to academic conferences
Qualification
Required
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure
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
Professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning
Exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts
Savings on local child care centers
Special rates on select campus events
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Carolina’s vibrant people and programs attest to the University’s long-standing place among leaders in higher education since it was chartered in 1789 and opened its doors for students in 1795 as the nation’s first public university.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$48.57MKey Investors
SECU FoundationCDA FoundationNorth Carolina Biotechnology Center
2024-07-19Grant· $1M
2024-03-18Grant
2023-02-16Grant· $0.11M
Leadership Team
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Retired Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Innovation as of April 1, 2021
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