Research Fellow - Biochemistry

About the role

The Department of Biochemistry at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, North Carolina is seeking a qualified individual for an NIH grant supported post-doctoral fellow position to conduct research. The position is available immediately.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research projects studying vitamin A metabolism in the retina and RPE, retina degeneration and visual cycle.
• Fulfill required duties as a university employee.
• Publish research papers and make presentations at scientific meetings.
• Participate in mentoring new students in experimental skills.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. degree or equivalent in cell biology, molecular biology, or ophthalmology from a University.
• At least 1 year research experience in vision research field.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated team worker.

Skills

• Strong research skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

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• Compensation based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
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• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Pay

$30.70 - $46.05 per hour.

Schedule

Mon-Fri 8-5.

Contact Information

To apply, submit (1) a cover letter explaining research experience and research interest, (2) a curriculum vita and (3) the contact information of three references by email directly to Gennadiy Moiseyev (gennadiy.moiseyev@wfusm.edu).