Postdoctoral Fellow

The Muscle Integrative Biology ( MIB) laboratory in the Department of Exercise Physiology at Winston Salem State University ( WSSU) seeks a postdoctoral fellow to pursue his/her passion for basic and applied science in the context of an NSF-funded project focused on mechanisms of sterile inflammation in injured skeletal muscle cells. The project is titled "Excellence in Research: Mitochondrial Damage-Associated Molecular Patterns (mtDAMPs) as Immunostimulants."
Further details at: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch
Use "Markert" as keyword

Communicating research results with Dr Markert and other BRIC researchers; other duties as assigned or as appropriate, in line with the NSF EiR grant.

Performing PCR experiments, cell culture, specimen collection, microscopy, and various molecular biology assays.

Piedmont Triad Community Research Center ( PTCRC), Lab 130

M-F 9-5

PhD required. Candidates must possess a PhD in the biological sciences. Candidates with background in biology, cellular biology, molecular biology, immunology, exercise physiology, physiology, STEM education, and related disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Pursuit of collaborations inside and outside WSSU is encouraged, as is development of novel interdisciplinary side projects. The postdoctoral fellow will be assisted with preparing grant proposals, manuscripts, and presentations. The postdoctoral fellow will be at liberty to specialize, in order to develop as a future researcher or educator, in academia or in industry. The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to engage with students, primarily undergraduates, from diverse backgrounds. She/he may have the opportunity to deliver class lectures.

The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to work both independently and with teams in a multidisciplinary environment. The postdoctoral fellow will have multiple opportunities for professional development, including the opportunity to use techniques such as digital PCR, fluorescence microscopy, cell culture, and x-ray crystallography. Familiarity with techniques such as these is a plus. Participation in occasional STEM outreach activities will be encouraged.

PhD

2 years

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Winston Salem State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic

information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran and National Guard.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834