Post-Doc Research Associate - Tisch Lab
Company: UNC-Chapel Hill
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Summary This Post-Doc Research Associate position is in
the laboratory of Roland Tisch, Ph.D., within the Department of
Microbiology and Immunology, at the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill ( UNC -CH). Enthusiastic and self-motivated candidates
are being sought to join a basic and translational research program
focused on the immunology of T cell-mediated autoimmune disease;
specifically type 1 diabetes (T1D). Our group is part of an
outstanding, broad and highly collaborative research community at
UNC -CH. The interest in T1D is two-fold: 1) Defining the events
involved in the breakdown of self-tolerance to the insulin
producing beta cells, and 2) Development of immunotherapies for
T1D. The work makes use of several genetically manipulated mouse
models of T1D, as well as humanized mouse models, and a broad range
of cellular and molecular immunological techniques. Projects are
available in both basic and translational areas of T1D research.
For instance, we have studies investigating the role of
inflammasomes in regulating the differentiation and function of
diabetogenic effector T cells, and their interactions with B cells
and dendritic cells. In addition, efforts are ongoing to develop
and define mechanisms of tolerance-induction by antibody-based and
microparticle-based antigen-specific immunotherapies for the
prevention and reversal of T1D. The work is supported by numerous
state-of-the-art Core facilities. Chapel Hill and the surrounding
area provides an idyllic setting to live, with an affordable cost
of living, and a close proximity to the Carolina beaches and
mountains. The nearby Research Triangle Park provides opportunities
for future jobs in the biotech research field. Required
Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience PhD in biological
sciences and/or related field of study Preferred Qualifications,
Competencies, And Experience Experience in immunology, cellular
and/or molecular biology, and biochemistry is preferred. Working
with mouse models is preferred, but not required.
Keywords: UNC-Chapel Hill, Burlington , Post-Doc Research Associate - Tisch Lab, Science, Research & Development , Chapel Hill, North Carolina
