Faculty Positions

Assistant Professor – Cellular Therapy
Candidates will perform different types of cell cultures; carry out laboratory assays associated with the research and development of new media formulation; and perform cell characterization using molecular biology techniques, PCR, immunocytochemistry and quantitative cell culture assays.  Qualified applicants must have completed a minimum of 3 years of post-doctoral training in the area of cell biology, toxicology, pharmacology, biomedical engineering, or related discipline.   Highly motivated candidates are sought with a strong experimental background, a strong academic and publication record, and the ability to work independently. Experience with cell culture, molecular and cell biology techniques are essential. Good written and verbal communication skills are crucial. Applicants will be expected to integrate into a multidisciplinary regenerative medicine laboratory comprised of faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate students.

Successful candidates are expected to initiate and maintain vigorous independent research programs that will enrich and be enriched by the highly collaborative environment at WFIRM.

Generous packages will be provided to start up and sustain the laboratories of successful candidates. The Wake Forest School of Medicine offers numerous subsidized, state-of-the-art core facilities open to all investigators, as well as several NIH-funded programs to support graduate student and postdoctoral training.

Associate Professor – Stem Cell Biology
WFIRM is seeking candidates studying any aspect of stem cell biology. Areas of particular interest are the biology of human embryonic and mesenchymal stem cells, the stem cell niche and cancer stem cells.  The candidate should be expert in the identification of defining features of required cells in vitro and in vivo. The candidate will be experienced in the analysis of putative stem cell potential and have a broad knowledge of stem cell databases, stem cell reservoirs, and BMP signaling pathways. She or he should be skilled in transmitting stem cell technology to WFIRM group members and be able to function well in the handling of experimental design, data sorting, and interpretation.

Applicants should have completed at least 3 years of post-doctoral training in the area of stem cell biology. Highly motivated candidates are sought with a strong experimental background, a strong academic and publication record, and the ability to work independently. Experience with cell culture, molecular and cell biology techniques are essential. Good written and verbal communication skills are crucial. Applicants will be expected to integrate into a multidisciplinary regenerative medicine laboratory comprised of faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate students.

Successful candidates are expected to initiate and maintain vigorous independent research programs that will enrich and be enriched by the highly collaborative environment at WFIRM.

Generous packages will be provided to start up and sustain the laboratories of successful candidates. The Wake Forest School of Medicine offers numerous subsidized, state-of-the-art core facilities open to all investigators, as well as several NIH-funded programs to support graduate student and postdoctoral training.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or have a valid working visa and be currently located in the US.