Research Fellow - Biochemistry
About The Position
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. The applicant should be highly motivated team worker. This position requires a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in cell biology, molecular biology, or ophthalmology from a University and at least 1 year research experience in vision research field. This postdoctoral fellow will conduct independent research projects studying vitamin A metabolism in the retina and RPE, retina degeneration and visual cycle. The person will fulfill required duties as a university employee. The employee is required to publish research papers and make presentations at scientific meetings. This person will also participate in mentoring new students in experimental skills.
Requirements
- 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.
- Highly motivated team worker.
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.
- Make presentations at scientific meetings.
- Participate in mentoring new students in experimental skills.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
