Postdoctoral Research Associate - Goode Lab

Position Summary Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate – Goode Lab Location: Kannapolis, NC (approximately 2 hours from UNC's main campus) Duration: 24 months, with potential 12‑month renewal Estimated start date: Monday, August 17, 2026 Position Type: Full‑time, temporary postdoctoral research associate Summary: This 2‑year postdoctoral position at the UNC Nutrition Research Institute provides a unique opportunity to develop and implement community‑engaged behavioral interventions for individuals at the intersection of disordered eating and obesity. The associate will receive training to become an independent investigator with a focus on disordered eating, behavioral health interventions, community‑based participatory research, mHealth approaches, and chronic disease disparities. The role offers ample opportunities in manuscript and grant writing, leadership development, innovative technology, and pilot study funding to develop your research program. Responsibilities Mentor research coordinators and students. Develop intervention materials addressing obesity, binge eating, and type 2 diabetes management, including mHealth programs. Conduct statistical analyses and write scientific manuscripts. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements •Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Health, Social Work, Nutrition, Psychology, or a related field (e.g., sociology). Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Knowledge of conducting all aspects of community‑based research, public health intervention planning, implementation, and evaluation. Knowledge of health disparities, particularly those affecting eating disorders, obesity, and diabetes prevention. Excellent research skills, including formulating qualitative research questions, conducting focus groups and in‑depth interviews, and preparing Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications. Ability to work professionally with peers and supervisory staff and to interact effectively with a wide variety of people. Ability to provide guidance and leadership to undergraduate and graduate students. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience None specified. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr