Postdoc Research Fellow, WF Institute for Regenerative Medicine
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB SUMMARY
The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) is seeking post-doctoral fellows and staff scientists with demonstrated experience in bioinformatics, machine learning/artificial intelligence, tissue engineering or virology to support research into virus-host responses in three-dimensional human microphysiological models of upper airway, skin and oral mucosa. Human tissue models will be challenged with a wide range of respiratory and skin-tropic viruses, including various strains of dengue, vaccinia, mpox, influenza, parainfluenza and adenovirus. Biochemical, molecular and multiomic responses to infection will be quantified using established methods. Host responses to different viral doses will be evaluated and compared over time using traditional bioinformatic approaches. In collaboration with the Wake Forest Center for Artificial Intelligence, these data will be applied to AI/ML models to identify predictive markers of virus infection and pathogenicity.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Doctoral degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, or virology with two years of related research experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Consults with principal investigator in the planning, developing, and implementation of research projects
- Develops experimental techniques for specimen and tissue analyses utilized in complex laboratory procedures
- Conducts complex biological tests of viral pathogens using 2D and 3D-cell cultures, organoids, planar cellular constructs, or organ-on-a-chip platforms
- Works with bioanalytical teams to curate data for machine learning or artificial intelligence algorithmic analyses and predictions
- Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other research literature to obtain or verify additional information used in the design and development of original procedures or techniques related to the research projects
- Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments, discusses with principal investigator the interpretation of the results, and collaborates in the preparation of scientific manuscripts for publication
- Supervises and coordinates the operation, training, and staffing of laboratory activities. Schedules and determines work priorities
- Maintains facilities and equipment supplies
- Develops and establishes laboratory work procedures, methods, and policies
- Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency in English
- Ability to listen and communicate effectively
- For bioinformatics and ML/AI, advanced computer skills. Virology, preference for BSL3 certification
- Ability to provide oversight and direction to laboratory personnel
- Knowledge of medical and scientific terminology to interact with staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
- Knowledge of scientific equipment and instruments
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment
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ABOUT US
Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) is a U.S. News and World Report top 50 ranked medical school, integrated with a world-class health system, Atrium Health. WFUSM, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise, is a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery. WFUSM, has over $300M in annual, extramural funding that drives a cutting-edge Academic Learning Health System by integrating innovative research with excellent patient care across our enterprise.
Atrium Health is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. AHWFB is an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem – that includes Brenner Children’s Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians.
Our highly integrated academic and clinical environment is deeply committed to improving health, elevating hope, and advancing healing – for all.
It should be noted that while you are applying on the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Career Site, you will receive communications from the Atrium Health Recruitment Team. Please know that this is an expected process. Thanks in advance for your flexibility.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Mission, Vision and Culture Commitments
Mission
To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing – for all.
Vision
To be the first and best choice for care.
Culture Commitments
We create a space where all Belong
We Work as One to make great things happen
We earn Trust in all we do
We Innovate to better the now and create the future
We drive for Excellence – always
