The fellow will lead research on mitochondrial bioenergetics and muscle adaptation in aging and cancer models. Responsibilities include designing interventions, performing functional assessments on rodents, and contributing to manuscripts and grants.
Requirements summary
Applicants must have a PhD in physiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field with no more than two years of post-doctoral experience. Proficiency in cell culture, mouse handling, and molecular biology techniques is required.
postgraduate degreeData AnalysisManuscript PreparationCell CultureImagingGrant DevelopmentWestern BlotqRT-PCRMouse HandlingProteomic AnalysisOral and Written CommunicationMitochondrial BioenergeticsMicrodissectionsFunctional PhenotypingSeahorse BioscienceOroboros O2k RespirometryRedox Analysis
Job description
Department
38923
Wake
Forest
University
Health
Sciences -
Gerontology
Status:
Full time
Benefits
Eligible:
Yes
Hours
Per
Week: 40
Schedule
Details/Additional
Information: Full time position Pay Range $30.70 - $46.05 An NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Bumsoo Ahn at Wake Forest University School of Medicine to investigate mitochondrial bioenergetics and muscle adaptation in models of aging and cancer. The fellow will lead a line of research examining how interventions that modulate mitochondrial bioenergetics influence muscle performance, energetic reserve, and physiological responses to stress. Projects will integrate cell culture, in vivo mouse models, functional phenotyping, and mechanistic bioenergetic analyses, with flexibility to pursue emerging directions as new findings arise. 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. Basic Qualifications Applicants with 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
Responsibilities
The postdoctoral fellow will: 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. Research Environment The Ahn laboratory conducts mechanistic and translational research focused on mitochondrial bioenergetics, redox signaling, aging, and resilience. The fellow will work within a collaborative environment that includes clinical oncologists, behavioral neuroscientists, proteomics experts, and biostatisticians. The position offers strong mentorship in experimental design, high-impact publication strategy, and NIH career development pathways. Application Instructions Interested candidates should submit the following documents to bumsoo.ahn@wfusm.edu: Curriculum vitae Brief statement of research interests and career goals
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Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program
Retirement Plans With Employer Match
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