As highly trained scholars, postdoctoral researchers use their scientific expertise to solve complex research challenges. The Department of Cell Biology and Physiology is committed to supporting and training these early career scientists to drive innovation and advance scientific discovery. Postdoctoral scholars can find a plethora of information and resources about life as a postdoctoral scholar at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs website.

CBP postdoctoral funding opportunities

CBP Postdoc Fund
This fund provides CBP postdoctoral trainees opportunities to learn new skills and gain experience with emerging technologies. Funds support registration fees for scientific conferences and specialized training opportunities or workshops. Each postdoc may receive up to $2,500 one time in their postdoctoral career with CBP. To apply for this fund, please email Vicki Morgan with your PI cc’d, briefly describing the opportunity. After the training opportunity, please provide a 1-page written summary of the experience and how you plan to share what you learned with other members of your lab group.

Career resources

TIBBS (Training Initiatives in Biomedical & Biological Sciences)