Research Fellow, WF Institute for Regenerative Medicine

Department:

85107 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic WF Institute for Regen Medicine

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

1st shift

Pay Range

$30.15 - $45.25

Job Summary

 The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) seeks an innovative and highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to lead cutting-edge research in advanced organ-on-a-chip technology development. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to drive forward transformative research in predictive toxicology and therapeutic countermeasure development using sophisticated bioengineered tissue platforms. 
 

Research Focus

The successful candidate will spearhead the development and validation of novel human airway and skin organ-on-a-chip (OTE) models for evaluating chemical-induced tissue fibrosis. This pioneering work integrates multi-omics analysis, machine learning applications, and advanced tissue engineering to establish new paradigms for preclinical testing and therapeutic development.

Primary Responsibilities
Design and execute complex experimental protocols for OTE model development and validation
Lead the characterization of tissue responses using advanced multi-omics approaches
Develop and optimize protocols for chemical exposure studies

Integrate machine learning methodologies for predictive modeling
Establish correlations between in vitro models and human disease states
Author peer-reviewed publications and technical reports
Mentor junior researchers and technical staff
Present findings at scientific conferences

Contribute to grant writing and project planning

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Cell Biology, Tissue Engineering, or related field

Strong background in regenerative Medicine or organ-on-chip technology

Expertise in cell culture and advanced biological assay development

Demonstrated publication record in relevant fields

Excellence in experimental design and data analysis

Strong leadership and communication skills

Desired Experience

Multi-omics data analysis

Machine learning applications in biological systems

Microfluidic system design

Biomaterials characterization

Experience with regulatory science

Project management capabilities

This position offers unique opportunities to:

Lead innovative research with direct therapeutic applications

Access state-of-the-art facilities and technologies

Collaborate with leading experts in regenerative medicine

Develop translational research skills

Build an independent research program

The successful candidate will join a dynamic research environment focused on advancing alternative testing methods for chemical safety assessment and therapeutic development. This position provides an excellent foundation for career advancement in academia, industry, or regulatory science.

Education/Experience

Ph.D. with a focus in the biological, chemical, engineering or physical sciences, or biomedical engineering.

Skills & Qualifications

Experience in cell culture and molecular biology techniques.

Experience in chemical reactions and polymer chemistry.

Experience with development and testing of tissue engineering constructs.

Experience in biofabrication and tissue engineering technologies such as bioprinting, for creation of tissue engineered constructs. 

Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering