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    Post-Doctoral Fellow - Fort Collins, United States - University of North Carolina Greensboro

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    Position Number Functional Title Post-Doctoral Fellow Position Type Post-docs Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning University Information


    Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with nearly 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study.

    UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No.

    1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity.

    Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity.

    The University's 1,100 faculty and 1,700 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

    Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

    The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry ) features an extremely supportive and collegial environment with 15 full-time faculty and a diverse student body.

    We offer a BS in Biochemistry, a BA, BS, and MS in Chemistry including biochemistry options, and a PhD in Chemistry and Biochemistry.

    Our department is housed in a 170,000 square foot, $35 million state of the art science building.

    Excellent core instrumentation and state of the art facilities for NMR spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography, and mass spectrometry with full time support staff are available on site.

    Position Summary

    We are seeking applicants for a postdoctoral scholar position in Hematian research group. The project will focus on copper enzymes and will involve enzymatic function, substrate specificity, and detailed mechanistic studies.

    Applicants with a strong background in bioinorganic chemistry, air-free manipulations, dioxygen chemistry, standard characterization techniques and spectroscopies are encouraged to apply.

    Most importantly we are looking for someone with enthusiasm for science and research, so applications from exceptional individuals who have a different scientific focus within fields related to different aspects of inorganic chemistry or biochemistry/chemical biology are more than welcome.


    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Conduct original research in the area of bioinorganic chemistry. Design and carry out experiments leading to the expression, purification, and mechanistic study of the relevant metalloenzymes.
    • Prepare and present updates on ongoing research, provide written reports on research progress, participate in group meetings and present seminars to scientific community when asked.
    • Contribute to the preparation and submission of reports, proposals and publications related to research.
    • Assist with supervision of graduate and undergraduate students with their research projects.
    • Provide leadership and training to students/researchers on proper procedures for all instruments, their maintenance and safety regulations in the laboratory setting.

    • Maintain an up-to-date file of current literature, referencing pertinent to the ongoing research project.


    Candidates will have the opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary environment and have close interactions with other team members with diverse backgrounds in a variety of areas including bioinorganic chemistry, chemical biology, biophysics, catalysis, materials chemistry, photochemistry and electrochemistry to broaden their skills.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Candidates must have a Ph.
    D. degree in chemistry, biophysics, biochemistry or a related discipline.

    Other required qualifications include strong research background, excellent written communication skills as demonstrated in application materials and publications, the desire to mentor junior researchers and professionally interact with a multidisciplinary team.

    Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications

    Candidates familiar with metalloenzymes, copper dioxygen chemistry, advanced spectroscopic techniques, and mechanistic investigations are particularly encouraged to apply.

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    Applications must be submitted through Spartantalent. To apply visit and apply to position # Applicants should upload a) a cover letter addressed to Dr. Shabnam Hematian, Committee Chair emphasizing experience with and interest in Bioinorganic Chemistry, Enzymatic, and Mechanistic Studies, b) a curriculum vita, and c) a list of references. Optional documents include unofficial transcripts, sample publications/research summaries/research proposals, or other related documents.

    Any questions can be addressed to Trina Porcher at Review of applications will begin 05/27/2024 and will continue until the position is filled.


    Recruitment Range Commensurate with experience Org #-Department Chemistry & Biochemistry Job Open Date 05/10/2024 For Best Consideration Date 05/27/2024 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes FTE 1.000 Type of Appointment Time Limited If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.

    This position is a one-year appointment but renewable for additional years, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

    Number of Months per Year 12 FLSA Exempt

    Key Responsibilities

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    Percentage Of Time 40 Key Responsibility

    Conduct Research

    Essential Tasks

    Conduct original research in the area of bioinorganic chemistry. Design and carry out experiments leading to the expression, purification and mechanistic study of the relevant metalloenzymes.

    Percentage Of Time 30 Key Responsibility

    Presentations and Reporting

    Essential Tasks


    Prepare and present updates on ongoing research, provide written reports on research progress, participate in group meetings and present seminars to scientific community when asked.

    Contribute to the preparation and submission of reports, proposals and publications related to research.

    Percentage Of Time 20 Key Responsibility

    Mentorship:
    Support graduate and undergraduate students

    Essential Tasks

    Assist with supervision of graduate and undergraduate students with their research projects.

    Provide leadership and training to students/researchers on proper procedures for all instruments, their maintenance and safety regulations in the laboratory setting.

    Percentage Of Time 10 Key Responsibility

    Maintain research data

    Essential Tasks

    Maintain an up-to-date file of current literature, referencing pertinent to the ongoing research project.

    ADA Checklist

    ADA Checklist

    R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90%), C for Constant %).


    Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Hand Movement-Grasping, Holding, Finger Dexterity, Vision-Skilled Trades, Reading, Writing, Eye-hand coordination, Vision-Color Distinction, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures, Vision-Visual inspection, Vision-Measuring/Assembling at distance close to eye, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Sitting, Walking, Lifting-0-30 lbs.

    , Bending, Squatting, Reaching Work Environment Inside, Ventilation ConditionsDust, Ventilation ConditionsFumes, Ventilation ConditionsChemicals, Ventilation ConditionsGases

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents


    • Cover Letter
    • Resume/CV
    • List of References
    Optional Documents


    • Unofficial Transcript(s)
    • Research Statement
    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).


    • Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
    (Open Ended Question)

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