Post-Doc Trainee-CIDD

Overview

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 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 postdocs play a vital role in our research enterprise and provide innovative ideas and perspectives, foster a stimulating research environment and advance knowledge within their fields. 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.

• Department:
  Carolina Institute for DD - 429401
• Posting Open Date: 12/02/2024
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Position Type:
  Postdoctoral Scholar
• Position Title:
  
  Post-Doc Trainee-CIDD
• Vacancy
• Full-time/Part-time:
  Full-Time Temporary
• Hours Per Week: 40
• FTE: 1
• Work Location:
  
  Chapel Hill, NC
• Position Location:
  
  North Carolina, US
• Proposed
  
  Start Date:
  
  07/01/2025
• Estimated Duration Of Appointment: 24 Months

The University of North Carolina, Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities (UNC-CIDD) is seeking fellows for a postdoctoral research training program in neurodevelopmental disorders. Funded by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), this program emphasizes research training in both the biological basis and clinical manifestations of neurodevelopmental disorders. Both clinical and basic science research opportunities are available.

Program Purpose: The purpose of UNCH-CH’s T32 Post-Doctoral Research Training Program is to develop researchers with expertise in both the biological basis and clinical manifestations of neurodevelopmental disorders, enabling better cross-disciplinary collaboration and maximizing potential for major research advances.

Post-Doctoral Research Training Program: Over a two-year period, fellows will participate in integrated training in biological and behavioral research in neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism, fragile X syndrome, Angelman syndrome, Turner syndrome, Velocardiofacial Syndrome, Neurofibromatosis) while studying clinical and basic science areas (e.g., genetics, cell biology and physiology, pharmacology, allied health sciences, neurology, biochemistry, psychology, psychiatry). The stipend follows NIH guidelines depending on experience.

This program is funded by NICHD, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.

• This Program Provides a Variety Of Opportunities Including:
• Mentored research training in specific methods, disorders, and underlying pathogenetic mechanisms
• Courses, seminars, and lectures that integrate the study of clinical disorders, normal developmental processes, mechanisms of disease, and research methods
• Clinical experiences to complement prior levels of clinical knowledge and skills

We are currently accepting applications. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, but must be received no later than January 15, 2025. Those applying after January 15 should check with the program to ensure positions are still available.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements: Postdoctoral trainees must have a Ph.D., M.D. or comparable doctoral degree from an accredited institution as of the beginning date of the NRSA appointment. Eligible degrees include, but are not limited to, D.D.S., D.M.D., D.O., D.V.M., O.D., D.P.M., Sc.D., Eng.

D., Dr. P.H., D.N.Sc.,

D. Pharm., D.S.W., and Psy.

D. Documentation certifying all degree requirements met prior to the training start date is acceptable.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience: Trainees must pursue training on a full-time basis, devoting at least 40 hours per week. Within this period, clinical trainees must devote time to the proposed research training and confine clinical duties to those integral…