Research Fellow, Gerontology

About the role

The Ahn laboratory at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to investigate mitochondrial bioenergetics and muscle adaptation in models of aging and cancer.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement interventions that modulate mitochondrial bioenergetics and redox balance, including voluntary wheel running and ghrelin administration via osmotic pump.
• Conduct cell culture, rodent behavioral and functional assessments, including motor and cognitive testing.
• Perform mitochondrial bioenergetic assessments using Seahorse Bioscience or Oroboros O2k high resolution respirometry.
• Coordinate redox and proteomic analyses.
• Analyze and interpret data in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation and grant development.

Requirements

• No more than two years' experience after completing a PhD in physiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, cancer biology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in cell culture, mouse handling, microdissections, and molecular biology techniques (i.e., qRT-PCR, western blot and imaging).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications: Applicants must have a PhD in physiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, cancer biology, or a related field.

Skills

• Strong background in cell culture, mouse handling, and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with Seahorse Bioscience or Oroboros O2k high resolution respirometry.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

This position offers strong opportunities for first-author publications and provides structured mentorship toward competitive career development funding within a collaborative and translational research environment focused on aging and muscle biology.

Pay

$30.70 - $46.05 based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.

Schedule

Full time position with 40 hours per week.