Job Description

Position Number: 998016

Functional Title: Postdoctoral Researcher Honey bee Molecular and Microbiology

Position Type: Research

Position Eclass: EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information

Located in North Carolinas third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 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 Universitys 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Plant and Pollinator Center (PPC) under the Division of Research and Engagement (DORE), teaches biological concepts and research methods to biology and medical technology majors and prepares them for professional careers and/or advanced study. We also introduce non?biology majors to basic biological knowledge and its applications to our society. We prepare graduate students for professional careers and/or further graduate study. By involving undergraduate and graduate students in research, we increase societys knowledge of living organisms and their environments and we enhance our students technical and analytical skills so that they can contribute meaningfully to an increasingly technological society. We apply our skills by serving the University, our profession, and the larger community.

Position Summary

This postdoctoral researcher honey bee molecular and microbiology position conducts research related to honey bee gut microbiomes and related colony health and behavior. This position has an innovation component and may lead to development of a novel honey bee health product. The position is an 18?month appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate (Academic) in microbiology, molecular biology or a related field.
• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge to conduct microbiological and molecular research on honey bees is required.
• The ideal candidate will have:
  
  • A strong background in microbiology and molecular biology.
  • Experience working with honey bees and maintaining honey bee colonies.
  • Experience designing and conducting scientific experiments.
  • Ability to perform statistical analysis and data interpretation.
  • Experience and/or interest in innovation, product development, and entrepreneurship.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  
  
  
  
  

Recruitment Range

Commensurate with experience

Org #-Department

Division of Rsh & Engagement - 11501

Job Open Date

12/16/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Key Responsibilities and Essential Tasks

Scientific experimentation 20%

• Design and execute scientific experiments.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret project data.

Apiary management 10%

• Manage honey bee apiaries and help maintain honey bee and other project equipment.

Research Analysis 10%

• Perform critical analyses of relevant literature.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Present findings at conferences and workshops.
• Generate project reports.
• Contribute to the synthesis of follow?on funding proposals.

General Instruction 10%

• Provide general instruction and oversight to students and other lab personnel regarding procedures and techniques for beekeeping and research projects.

Commercialization 10%

• Contribute to patent composition and other efforts associated with commercialization of research?derived products.

Physical Effort

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Hand Movement-Grasping, Holding, Finger Dexterity, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Lifting-30-60 lbs.

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