Research Fellow, Biochemistry at Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation

Department:85031 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic BiochemistryStatus: Full timeBenefits Eligible:YesHours Per Week:32Schedule Details/Additional Information:32 hrs a weekPay Range$30.15 - $45.25Postdoctoral Position Exosomes Diabetes and Angiogenesis; Department of Biochemistry Wake Forest University School of Medicine Winston-Salem NCThe Huang Lab invites applications for a highly motivated and ambitious Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our interdisciplinary team investigating the roles of extracellular vesicles (exosomes) in diabetes angiogenesis and retinal vascular diseaseswith a focus on diabetic retinopathy. Our lab combines cutting-edge molecular cellular and proteomic approaches to understand how exosome-mediated signaling shapes vascular and metabolic dysfunction in diabetes. Supported by long-term NIH funding we offer a stimulating and collaborative research environment with opportunities for career development authorship in high-impact publications and mentorship tailored to each scholars long-term goals.Position HighlightsEngage in innovative projects exploring intercellular communication via exosomes in vascular and retinal pathobiology.Work with well-established models of diabetic retinopathy and angiogenesis using advanced molecular and imaging techniques.Collaborate with experts in vascular biology metabolism and neuroscience across the Wake Forest research community.Receive individualized career mentorship including guidance on grant writing networking and transitioning to independence.Enjoy access to state-of-the-art core facilities and a supportive team-driven culture that values curiosity rigor and collaboration.QualificationsA recent Ph.D. (within the past 3 years) in Biochemistry Molecular Biology Neuroscience or a related discipline.Background in exosome biology metabolism angiogenesis vascular biology diabetes or retinal research is desirable but not required.The ideal candidate will be self-driven creative and collaborative with strong communication skills and a passion for scientific discovery.Application InstructionsInterested applicants should submit the following materials as a single PDF file: letter describing research interests relevant experience and career goals vitae (CV) to three letters of recommendationPlease also send all application materials to Dr. Hu Huang at Our CommitmenttoYou:Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs competitive compensation generous retirement offerings programs that invest in your career development and so much more so you can live fully at and away from work including:CompensationBase compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or trainingPremium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates jobIncentive pay for select positionsOpportunity for annual increases based on performanceBenefits and morePaid Time Off programsHealth and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensesFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programsEducational Assistance ProgramAbout Advocate HealthAdvocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the United States created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation health outcomes consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte North Carolina Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology neurosciences oncology pediatrics and rehabilitation as well as organ transplants burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1000 care locations and offers one of the nations largest graduate medical education programs with over 2000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. Key Skills Bioinformatics,Genetics,R,Biochemistry,Cell Biology,Research Experience,Statistical Software,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills,Flow Cytometry,Microscopy Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 30 - 45