Post-Doc Trainee

The post‑doctoral candidate will conduct occupational health and safety research, manage data collection and analysis, publish peer‑reviewed manuscripts, and contribute to grant writing and project management. Training is interdisciplinary, tailored to the trainee’s needs, and includes mentored research, seminars, didactic coursework, and opportunities to teach. The fellow will collaborate closely with faculty at UNC‑CH, Duke University, and NC State University, and with researchers, public health practitioners, clinicians, community groups, non‑profit organizations, employers, and professionals.

Potential applicants are encouraged to view the NC OSHERC, MOTION Science Institute, and Carolina Center websites.

• Doctoral degree in kinesiology, exercise science, epidemiology, safety research, ergonomics, behavioral science, medicine, or a related field.

• Less than five years of post‑doctoral experience.
• Demonstrated record of individual initiative in research.
• Strong analytic skills.
• Potential to become an independent academic researcher within two to three years.

• Applicants from underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged.

Annual salary is set according to experience. The position is contingent upon funding.

Contact:
Dr. Eric Ryan, email edryan.edu. For questions, contact the University’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at (919) 962‑9982 or email.

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, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.