Post-Doctoral Fellow
Inside Higher Ed, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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 in our commitment to research excellence. 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.
The UNC School of Medicine has a strong mission to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians through leadership and excellence in patient care, education, and research. Our Allied Health Department houses five top-ranked divisions and maintains a robust research portfolio.
Position Details
Department:
Physical Medicine Rehab - 413401
Posting Open Date:
04/22/2026
Application Deadline:
05/05/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Position Type:
Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title:
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Vacancy ID:
PDS004837
Full-time/Part-time:
Full-Time Temporary
Hours Per Week:
40
FTE:
1
Work Location:
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:
Dependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date:
07/01/2026
Estimated Duration Of Appointment:
12 Months
Position Summary
The Program on Integrative Medicine (PIM) within the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral fellowship.
Responsibilities
Participation in a primary research project with Drs. Gaylord, Giscombe, Faurot, or other approved UNC faculty. See UNC Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Complementary and Integrative Medicine for details of mentors.
Development of an original research area that aligns with ongoing research projects at the Program on Integrative Medicine or other UNC collaborations.
Attendance at Responsible Conduct of Research courses offered by the NC TraCS Institute.
Attendance at the fall semester course, Principles and Practices of Alternative and Complementary Medicine Course.
Attendance at the T-32 Fellows Weekly Seminar.
Creation of an individualized professional development plan (IDP) in collaboration with fellowship directors, with regular check-ins and progress reviews.
Coursework at UNC-Chapel Hill relevant to educational research needs (non-degree or degree coursework such as MPH or Master’s in Clinical Research).
Attendance at selected local and national seminars and conferences; presentation of research at least one national meeting per year and to groups within the university.
Submission of 3 manuscripts per year to peer-reviewed journals, with at least one first-authored manuscript.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
Applicants must possess a doctoral-level degree in a health-related field (e.g., MD, ND, Ph.D., DO, DC, DOM, PharmD, DPT, OTD, DNP). Trainees must be U.S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, or permanent residents.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
Commitment to a career in academic research on complementary, alternative, and integrative health modalities such as mind-body or nutrition interventions. Stated interest in a career involving academic research in these topics is needed.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
Prior research experience relating to complementary and integrative medicine is preferred.
Special Instructions
For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services, click here.
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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 in our commitment to research excellence. 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.
The UNC School of Medicine has a strong mission to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians through leadership and excellence in patient care, education, and research. Our Allied Health Department houses five top-ranked divisions and maintains a robust research portfolio.
Position Details
Department:
Physical Medicine Rehab - 413401
Posting Open Date:
04/22/2026
Application Deadline:
05/05/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Position Type:
Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title:
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Vacancy ID:
PDS004837
Full-time/Part-time:
Full-Time Temporary
Hours Per Week:
40
FTE:
1
Work Location:
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:
Dependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date:
07/01/2026
Estimated Duration Of Appointment:
12 Months
Position Summary
The Program on Integrative Medicine (PIM) within the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral fellowship.
Responsibilities
Participation in a primary research project with Drs. Gaylord, Giscombe, Faurot, or other approved UNC faculty. See UNC Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Complementary and Integrative Medicine for details of mentors.
Development of an original research area that aligns with ongoing research projects at the Program on Integrative Medicine or other UNC collaborations.
Attendance at Responsible Conduct of Research courses offered by the NC TraCS Institute.
Attendance at the fall semester course, Principles and Practices of Alternative and Complementary Medicine Course.
Attendance at the T-32 Fellows Weekly Seminar.
Creation of an individualized professional development plan (IDP) in collaboration with fellowship directors, with regular check-ins and progress reviews.
Coursework at UNC-Chapel Hill relevant to educational research needs (non-degree or degree coursework such as MPH or Master’s in Clinical Research).
Attendance at selected local and national seminars and conferences; presentation of research at least one national meeting per year and to groups within the university.
Submission of 3 manuscripts per year to peer-reviewed journals, with at least one first-authored manuscript.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
Applicants must possess a doctoral-level degree in a health-related field (e.g., MD, ND, Ph.D., DO, DC, DOM, PharmD, DPT, OTD, DNP). Trainees must be U.S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, or permanent residents.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
Commitment to a career in academic research on complementary, alternative, and integrative health modalities such as mind-body or nutrition interventions. Stated interest in a career involving academic research in these topics is needed.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
Prior research experience relating to complementary and integrative medicine is preferred.
Special Instructions
For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services, click here.
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