Jean Cook (DNAtarheel)
@dnatarheel.bsky.social
cell cycle, genome stability, DNA replication, graduate education, (and board games, sci-fi/fantasy) https://sites.google.com/site/cooklabgroup/home (representing only myself)
Multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center in Chapel Hill!
We seek creative scientists working in fundamental molecular, cellular, and computational areas. Basic and translational cancer research, all ranks.
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/309...
We seek creative scientists working in fundamental molecular, cellular, and computational areas. Basic and translational cancer research, all ranks.
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/309...
Open Rank
The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, in collaboration with departments in the School of Medicine and across the entire University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is seeking outstanding ca...
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November 14, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center in Chapel Hill!
We seek creative scientists working in fundamental molecular, cellular, and computational areas. Basic and translational cancer research, all ranks.
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/309...
We seek creative scientists working in fundamental molecular, cellular, and computational areas. Basic and translational cancer research, all ranks.
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/309...
The link for a junior tenure-track position with UNC-CH Biochemistry and Biophysics is now live. Learn about the search here www.med.unc.edu/biochem/join..., then apply here unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/307... Help us inspire tomorrow’s discoveries by decoding the molecular basis of life!
UNC Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics
Our mission is to perform transformative biochemical and biophysical research in an inclusive and stimulating training environment.
www.med.unc.edu
September 29, 2025 at 11:44 PM
The link for a junior tenure-track position with UNC-CH Biochemistry and Biophysics is now live. Learn about the search here www.med.unc.edu/biochem/join..., then apply here unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/307... Help us inspire tomorrow’s discoveries by decoding the molecular basis of life!
UNC Biochemistry and Biophysics will soon post openings for tenure-track junior faculty positions! Information about the search is at this website: www.med.unc.edu/biochem/join.... The link to apply will be shared here too as soon as it's live. Join us!
Join Us | Biochemistry and Biophysics
Updated on September 26, 2025. This page will be updated again soon. Why Biochemistry and Biophysics (BCBP) at UNC? BCBP is a premier department for basic mechanistic research into the molecular basi...
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September 27, 2025 at 12:57 AM
UNC Biochemistry and Biophysics will soon post openings for tenure-track junior faculty positions! Information about the search is at this website: www.med.unc.edu/biochem/join.... The link to apply will be shared here too as soon as it's live. Join us!
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Our lab is excited to hire a postdoctoral researcher to study the mechanisms that viruses use to ‘hijack’ TAM receptors in viral spread. We are looking for someone who is excited to learn new techniques and work in a highly collaborative team! Please share!
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/298...
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/298...
March 18, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Our lab is excited to hire a postdoctoral researcher to study the mechanisms that viruses use to ‘hijack’ TAM receptors in viral spread. We are looking for someone who is excited to learn new techniques and work in a highly collaborative team! Please share!
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/298...
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/298...
If our tacit requirement in science for English mastery went away, would that be bad? scientistseessquirrel.wordpress.com/2025/02/25/i...
If our tacit requirement in science for English mastery went away, would that be bad?
For a long time, entering and succeeding in an academic career in the sciences has had a tacit requirement on top of all the explicit ones. It was no secret that you’d need to complete an undergrad…
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March 24, 2025 at 1:32 AM
If our tacit requirement in science for English mastery went away, would that be bad? scientistseessquirrel.wordpress.com/2025/02/25/i...
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The Starbird lab is phenomenal and doing amazing research. You will be hard-pressed to find a better mentor!
Apply, apply, apply!
Apply, apply, apply!
Our lab is excited to hire a postdoctoral researcher to study the mechanisms that viruses use to ‘hijack’ TAM receptors in viral spread. We are looking for someone who is excited to learn new techniques and work in a highly collaborative team! Please share!
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/298...
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/298...
March 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
The Starbird lab is phenomenal and doing amazing research. You will be hard-pressed to find a better mentor!
Apply, apply, apply!
Apply, apply, apply!
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Another great job at my favorite university: UNC-Chapel, as new Director of the UNC Macromolecular Interactions Facility. Our outstanding Director is retiring. The Director is responsible for 1) core facility management, 2) training, & 3) graduate teaching 1/n
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/297...
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/297...
Research Assistant Professor
The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics seeks to fill a fixed-term assistant professor position in the role of Core Facility Director. The Director is the scientific and administrative leader of...
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March 11, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Another great job at my favorite university: UNC-Chapel, as new Director of the UNC Macromolecular Interactions Facility. Our outstanding Director is retiring. The Director is responsible for 1) core facility management, 2) training, & 3) graduate teaching 1/n
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/297...
unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/297...
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UNC-CH is searching for a new Chair of Psychiatry.
Please share.
www.nejmcareercenter.org/job/863298/c...
Please share.
www.nejmcareercenter.org/job/863298/c...
Chair - Department of Psychiatry - Chapel Hill, North Carolina job with University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | 863298
The School of Medicine of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an accomplished and visionary leader..
www.nejmcareercenter.org
March 8, 2025 at 12:34 PM
UNC-CH is searching for a new Chair of Psychiatry.
Please share.
www.nejmcareercenter.org/job/863298/c...
Please share.
www.nejmcareercenter.org/job/863298/c...
I wonder what a thoughtful discussion about the definition of “merit” would produce. There’s a reason we have hiring and admissions committees instead of just spreadsheets.
March 7, 2025 at 12:59 AM
I wonder what a thoughtful discussion about the definition of “merit” would produce. There’s a reason we have hiring and admissions committees instead of just spreadsheets.
PhD students/applicants, postdocs, PIs: brainstorming sessions are happening all over about various ways to support you. When specific research funding facts are known and things are clearer, the plans can crystallize. It’s hard to trust when it’s not public yet, but talk to your leaders!
February 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
PhD students/applicants, postdocs, PIs: brainstorming sessions are happening all over about various ways to support you. When specific research funding facts are known and things are clearer, the plans can crystallize. It’s hard to trust when it’s not public yet, but talk to your leaders!
Reposted by Jean Cook (DNAtarheel)
Ok scientists & those who love science 🧪: here is another exhortation. Call Congress TODAY about the freeze on NIH Council Meetings and Study Sections. Emphasize that this means NO new grants are being funded & labs will soon start to shut down and fire employees. Phone numbers are at:
5calls.org
5calls.org
5 Calls
Spend 5 minutes. Make 5 calls. Make your voice heard.
5calls.org
February 21, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Ok scientists & those who love science 🧪: here is another exhortation. Call Congress TODAY about the freeze on NIH Council Meetings and Study Sections. Emphasize that this means NO new grants are being funded & labs will soon start to shut down and fire employees. Phone numbers are at:
5calls.org
5calls.org
I doomscroll … I feel feelings… then I’m trying to figure out the best ways for me to make a positive difference and protect what’s most important (people of course).
February 18, 2025 at 1:58 AM
I doomscroll … I feel feelings… then I’m trying to figure out the best ways for me to make a positive difference and protect what’s most important (people of course).
Reposted by Jean Cook (DNAtarheel)
Opinion | Leaders in the Foxhole
Holden Thorp writes that the public response from college presidents to the Trump administration’s orders has been quiet so far—but he expects that to change. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/40ZKRV9
Holden Thorp writes that the public response from college presidents to the Trump administration’s orders has been quiet so far—but he expects that to change. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/40ZKRV9
College leaders in the foxhole (opinion)
Holden Thorp writes that the public response from college presidents to the Trump administration’s orders has been quiet so far—but he expects that to change.
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February 4, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Opinion | Leaders in the Foxhole
Holden Thorp writes that the public response from college presidents to the Trump administration’s orders has been quiet so far—but he expects that to change. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/40ZKRV9
Holden Thorp writes that the public response from college presidents to the Trump administration’s orders has been quiet so far—but he expects that to change. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/40ZKRV9
Got a veterinary oncology tour today. This is the stereotactic irradiator that is shrinking kitty’s lymphoma. Improving already.
January 21, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Got a veterinary oncology tour today. This is the stereotactic irradiator that is shrinking kitty’s lymphoma. Improving already.
What someone says they will do and what they actually (can) do may not be the same. Trying not to react to the *talk* until the *action* is clear. Nothing so far prevents me from respecting the dignity of another person, giving to those in need, and working to increase both opportunity and justice.
January 21, 2025 at 1:06 AM
What someone says they will do and what they actually (can) do may not be the same. Trying not to react to the *talk* until the *action* is clear. Nothing so far prevents me from respecting the dignity of another person, giving to those in need, and working to increase both opportunity and justice.
Reposted by Jean Cook (DNAtarheel)
Academics get so jaded about institutions, when they reach a #leadership position many feel #researchculture is unactionable. Me and @deefitzgerald.bsky.social wrote a guide in @immunolcellbiol.bsky.social on leadership nurturing a positive culture 1/13
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<em>Immunology & Cell Biology</em> | ASI Journal | Wiley Online Library
Positive research cultures provide the environment for scientists to explore ideas, grow as individuals, develop team science and create a positive impact on those around them. Here we focus on key a...
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January 17, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Academics get so jaded about institutions, when they reach a #leadership position many feel #researchculture is unactionable. Me and @deefitzgerald.bsky.social wrote a guide in @immunolcellbiol.bsky.social on leadership nurturing a positive culture 1/13
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
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Awesome post about my dear science artist bud and White Lab alumni—Bob Goldstein
#sciart #science #art
#sciart #science #art
The Art of Science — Calli Westra
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January 9, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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Está invitado para CIENCIA EN ESPAÑOL
I am hosting an event where University of Arizona scientists will speak about their science in Spanish. It is meant to be a community event with a Zoom option, so share with family too!
events.trellis.arizona.edu/en/f44lNu67/...
#CIENCIAENESPAÑOL
I am hosting an event where University of Arizona scientists will speak about their science in Spanish. It is meant to be a community event with a Zoom option, so share with family too!
events.trellis.arizona.edu/en/f44lNu67/...
#CIENCIAENESPAÑOL
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January 7, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Está invitado para CIENCIA EN ESPAÑOL
I am hosting an event where University of Arizona scientists will speak about their science in Spanish. It is meant to be a community event with a Zoom option, so share with family too!
events.trellis.arizona.edu/en/f44lNu67/...
#CIENCIAENESPAÑOL
I am hosting an event where University of Arizona scientists will speak about their science in Spanish. It is meant to be a community event with a Zoom option, so share with family too!
events.trellis.arizona.edu/en/f44lNu67/...
#CIENCIAENESPAÑOL
Day 1 of Clank legacy 2 campaign. How many rounds can we play while we’re all together? We will find out…
December 28, 2024 at 12:54 PM
Day 1 of Clank legacy 2 campaign. How many rounds can we play while we’re all together? We will find out…
At the gate waiting to journey to visit family in New Orleans. Pleasantly surprised how quiet the RDU airport is this morning. (We could have slept a little longer, but who knew.) I can even hear the airport birds in the rafters! Here is a pair of sparrows looking for crumbs.
December 22, 2024 at 3:14 PM
At the gate waiting to journey to visit family in New Orleans. Pleasantly surprised how quiet the RDU airport is this morning. (We could have slept a little longer, but who knew.) I can even hear the airport birds in the rafters! Here is a pair of sparrows looking for crumbs.
Reposted by Jean Cook (DNAtarheel)
New or incoming faculty? Please come join us for a panel tomorrow at #CellBio2024
It’s in the same room as the Mentoring Keynote, which is sure to be amazing. Come to hear about best mentoring practices and stay for the panel!
It’s in the same room as the Mentoring Keynote, which is sure to be amazing. Come to hear about best mentoring practices and stay for the panel!
December 14, 2024 at 3:20 AM
New or incoming faculty? Please come join us for a panel tomorrow at #CellBio2024
It’s in the same room as the Mentoring Keynote, which is sure to be amazing. Come to hear about best mentoring practices and stay for the panel!
It’s in the same room as the Mentoring Keynote, which is sure to be amazing. Come to hear about best mentoring practices and stay for the panel!
Reposted by Jean Cook (DNAtarheel)
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In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Michael Johnson (@copperbae.bsky.social), a Professor and Dean for Basic Science Research and Graduate Studies at the University of Arizona (@uarizona.bsky.social)!
He is also the Director of the National Summer Undergraduate Research Project (@nsurp.bsky.social)!
He is also the Director of the National Summer Undergraduate Research Project (@nsurp.bsky.social)!
December 2, 2024 at 10:42 PM
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Unexpected rainbow this morning.
November 27, 2024 at 1:28 AM
Unexpected rainbow this morning.
Thanksgiving advance cooking has commenced. This Southerner says there are very few foods that are not improved by the addition of toasted pecans.
November 27, 2024 at 12:57 AM
Thanksgiving advance cooking has commenced. This Southerner says there are very few foods that are not improved by the addition of toasted pecans.