Post-Doc Research Associate

Post-Doc Research Associate

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Please submit the following materials: 1. A curriculum vitae 2. A research statement outlining your interests and relevant work 3. Three letters of recommendation (Reference writers will be notified to upload their letter of recommendation via the reference portal.)

Posting Information

Posting Details

Department	Mathematics - 318900
Posting Open Date	10/05/2026
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Type	Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title	Post-Doc Research Associate
Vacancy ID	PDS004989
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 Experience and/or Qualifications
Proposed Start Date	12/01/2026
Estimated Duration of Appointment	12 Months

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!	UNC Chapel Hill is part of the Research Triangle, with proximity to Duke University and North Carolina State University. The area offers numerous opportunities for collaboration across institutions. Chapel Hill and the surrounding area are known for their high quality of life, natural beauty, and cultural richness.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit	The mission of the Department of Mathematics is to extend the frontiers of mathematical knowledge and the ways it is used in the real world, to disseminate that knowledge and to train the next generation of teachers and researchers, as well as those choosing careers with industry or government. The Department is committed to building and nourishing interactions with other units across the UNC campus and with academic and industrial partners in North Carolina’s Research Triangle region, throughout the State and across the Nation. The Department maintains a strong research program as well as a comprehensive educational program. An active, healthy research environment is essential for training graduate students and enlivens undergraduate teaching by bringing students into contact with new and relevant mathematics, fostering fundamental mathematical skills and appreciation, and encouraging students to become the next generation of researchers and educators.
Position Summary	The Department of Mathematics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the Cardiovascular Modeling and Simulation Laboratory (https://griffith.web.unc.edu). This position would support projects on (1) cardiac digital twins for heart failure and/or (2) cardiac fluid dynamics simulation software development in the Cardinal and IBAMR frameworks. The initial appointment would be for one year, with a potential for renewal. The start date is flexible but could be as early as December 1, 2026.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements	A PhD in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field by the start date.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Experience in cardiovascular modeling and simulation.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Experience with software development and/or high-performance computing. Experience working with compiled programming languages (C, C++, Fortran).
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Special Instructions	Please submit the following materials: 1. A curriculum vitae 2. A research statement outlining your interests and relevant work 3. Three letters of recommendation (Reference writers will be notified to upload their letter of recommendation via the reference portal.)
Quick Link	https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326124

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title	Boyce Griffith, Professor
Department Contact Telephone or Email	[email protected]
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at (919) 962-9982 or send an email to [email protected]. Please note: The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement	The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume
2. Research Statement

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