Summary
This job is for a researcher right after getting a PhD, working in a university lab to study how inflammation leads to diseases like colitis and how diet or pollutants affect the body at a molecular level.
The role involves running experiments, analyzing data from advanced techniques, and sharing findings through talks and papers.
It's a great fit for someone with a fresh doctorate in biology or related fields who loves hands-on lab work and wants to mentor students while advancing science on health issues.
Key Requirements
- Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in biomedical or biological sciences, such as Immunology, Molecular/Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or Pharmacology
- Previous research experience in immunology and/or -omics research
- Ability to work with animals in a lab setting
- Knowledge of laboratory hazards, biosafety practices, and general wet lab procedures
- Ability to troubleshoot experiments and learn new technologies independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presentations and publications
- Experience in bioinformatic analysis
Full Job Description
Post-Doctoral FellowDepartment:SOMC Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology
Part/Full Time:Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:About UofSC
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Advertised Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), serves as a Post-Doctoral Fellow pursuing immunology and molecular biology research using -omics approaches. Studies project focus on the mechanisms underlying inflammatory diseases such as colitis, as well as the effects of various dietary supplements. Performs laboratory research assessing the epigenomic, genomic, and transcriptomic effects, and microbiome following environmental pollutant and dietary supplement exposure on inflammation and cancer. Maintains accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and presents these in informal laboratory discussions, group meetings, formal symposia, and publications. Assists in training other individuals, including students, in the laboratory. Advises principal investigators, research faculty, PDFs, students, and technologists on current methods, ongoing experiments, and future research directions. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.
Requirements
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Knowledgeable of hazards of laboratory activities and biosafety practices, skilled in setting up experiments independently.
• The ability to troubleshoot and learn novel technology.
• Required to conduct research activities lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
• Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in any biomedical or biological sciences, including Immunology, Molecular/Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or other related discipline.
• Previous research experience in immunology and/or -omics research. Ability to work with animals.
• Demonstrated ability to follow general wet lab practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in bioinformatic analysis.
Additional Information
Job Close Date
04/24/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 24, 2026.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6989918EEO Statement
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