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Please ensure all required documents are ready to upload before beginning your application, including your CV and cover letter.
- Navigate to the "My Experience" application page.
- Locate the "Resume/CV" document upload section at the bottom of the page.
- Use the "Select Files" button to upload your cover letter, resume, and any other required supporting documents. You can select multiple files.
Important Note: The "My Experience" page is the only opportunity to attach your cover letter and CV.
Position Summary
The Cordy Lab in the Department of Biology at Wake Forest University is recruiting a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to carry out research on malaria-induced dyserythropoiesis and redox biology of red blood cells. This position is part of a newly NIH-funded research program focused on investigating the host-parasite mechanisms driving severe malarial anemia (SMA) and exploring the potential of host-targeting therapies. The successful candidate will leverage in vitro human primary cell models and archived tissue specimens, and will apply flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, and multi-omics analyses in their work. In joining a collaborative research environment, the postdoctoral fellow will be part of the Wake Forest Center for Redox Biology & Medicine and will work with multiple collaborating labs. The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to present at national and international conferences, participate in grant-writing, and submit their work for publication. Salary is commensurate with institutional and NIH guidelines, including a comprehensive benefits package.
Position is a one-year contract with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
- Optimize and execute experiments using an in vitro human erythroid culture system
- Perform multi-parameter flow cytometry on erythroid cells
- Perform immunofluorescence microscopy on archived tissue samples
- Generate and analyze multi-omic data on erythroid culture experiments
- Prepare data for manuscripts, conference presentations, and grant applications
- Assist with lab managerial duties and play an active role in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in a supportive laboratory culture
Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related field
- Expertise with cell culture
- Experience with immune-labeling and standard molecular biology techniques
- Evidence of productivity through first-author publication(s) and/or conference presentations
- A collaborative spirit, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Computational experience with transcriptomic data analysis or basic bioinformatics pipelines
- Expertise with primary cells, stem cell differentiation, and/or Plasmodiumculture
- Experience with flow cytometry and/or redox assays
Accountabilities:
- Responsible for own work
- Provide training and assist in the supervision of graduate and undergraduate research students
Physical Requirements:
- Occasional lifting of heavy objects (up to 40 pounds)
- Involves some amount of walking, standing, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and manual dexterity
Environmental Conditions:
- Chemical hazards. Proper protective equipment and fume hoods are provided and maintained by Environmental Health and Safety.
- Biological hazards. Proper protective equipment and biological safety cabinets are provided and maintained by Environmental Health and Safety.
Additional Job Description
Time Type Requirement
Full time Note to Applicant:
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.
Accommodations for Applicants
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.
Pay: $60,243.04 - $72,550.75 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Apply here:
https://wfu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Staff_Career_Website_live/job/Winston-Salem-NC/Postdoctoral-Research-Fellow--Biology_R0009029
Please ensure all required documents are ready to upload before beginning your application, including your CV and cover letter.
- Navigate to the "My Experience" application page.
- Locate the "Resume/CV" document upload section at the bottom of the page.
- Use the "Select Files" button to upload your cover letter, resume, and any other required supporting documents. You can select multiple files.
Important Note: The "My Experience" page is the only opportunity to attach your cover letter and CV.
Position Summary
The Cordy Lab in the Department of Biology at Wake Forest University is recruiting a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to carry out research on malaria-induced dyserythropoiesis and redox biology of red blood cells. This position is part of a newly NIH-funded research program focused on investigating the host-parasite mechanisms driving severe malarial anemia (SMA) and exploring the potential of host-targeting therapies. The successful candidate will leverage in vitro human primary cell models and archived tissue specimens, and will apply flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, and multi-omics analyses in their work. In joining a collaborative research environment, the postdoctoral fellow will be part of the Wake Forest Center for Redox Biology & Medicine and will work with multiple collaborating labs. The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to present at national and international conferences, participate in grant-writing, and submit their work for publication. Salary is commensurate with institutional and NIH guidelines, including a comprehensive benefits package.
Position is a one-year contract with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
- Optimize and execute experiments using an in vitro human erythroid culture system
- Perform multi-parameter flow cytometry on erythroid cells
- Perform immunofluorescence microscopy on archived tissue samples
- Generate and analyze multi-omic data on erythroid culture experiments
- Prepare data for manuscripts, conference presentations, and grant applications
- Assist with lab managerial duties and play an active role in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in a supportive laboratory culture
Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related field
- Expertise with cell culture
- Experience with immune-labeling and standard molecular biology techniques
- Evidence of productivity through first-author publication(s) and/or conference presentations
- A collaborative spirit, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Computational experience with transcriptomic data analysis or basic bioinformatics pipelines
- Expertise with primary cells, stem cell differentiation, and/or Plasmodiumculture
- Experience with flow cytometry and/or redox assays
Accountabilities:
- Responsible for own work
- Provide training and assist in the supervision of graduate and undergraduate research students
Physical Requirements:
- Occasional lifting of heavy objects (up to 40 pounds)
- Involves some amount of walking, standing, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and manual dexterity
Environmental Conditions:
- Chemical hazards. Proper protective equipment and fume hoods are provided and maintained by Environmental Health and Safety.
- Biological hazards. Proper protective equipment and biological safety cabinets are provided and maintained by Environmental Health and Safety.
Additional Job Description
Time Type Requirement
Full time Note to Applicant:
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.
Accommodations for Applicants
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.
Pay: $60,243.04 - $72,550.75 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in postdoctoral research fellow jobs.
- PhD in a relevant scientific or technical field completed within the past five years
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publication in the area of specialization
- Proficiency with laboratory techniques or computational tools specific to the research program
- Experience designing and independently executing research projects from hypothesis to analysis
- Ability to write grant proposals, manuscripts, and progress reports with minimal supervision
- Strong oral communication skills for presenting findings at lab meetings and conferences
Tips for Your Postdoctoral Research Fellow Job Search
Tailor your CV to each PI
Principal investigators read dozens of postdoc CVs and notice generic ones immediately. Reorder your publications, methods, and research aims to mirror the language in each job posting and the PI's recent papers before you submit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists postdoctoral research fellow openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight first-author output specifically
Many postdoc candidates list publications without distinguishing authorship position. Move every first-author paper to its own clearly labeled section so hiring committees can gauge your independent contribution without parsing a full publication list.
Contact the PI before the deadline
Reaching out with a focused two-paragraph email about your research overlap signals genuine interest and gives you a name to reference in your cover letter. PIs frequently pre-select candidates this way before the formal review even begins.
Prepare a concise research presentation
Most postdoc interviews include a research talk. Practice compressing your dissertation or current project into a tight presentation that non-specialists in the lab can follow, then pivot cleanly into your proposed future directions within the host lab's resources.
Negotiate start date and lab resources early
Salary bands at most institutions are fixed, but start dates, equipment access, travel funds, and conference budgets are often negotiable. Raise these in the offer conversation, not after you sign, while the hiring committee still has flexibility.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most postdoctoral research fellows?
MD Anderson Cancer Center, UTHealth Houston, and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are hiring the most postdoctoral research fellows right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Research-intensive universities and federally funded laboratories account for the largest share of active postings.
How many postdoctoral research fellow jobs are remote?
About 29% of postdoctoral research fellow openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most professional roles because bench and wet-lab work requires on-site access to equipment. Computational, bioinformatics, and data-science postdoc positions are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a postdoctoral research fellow?
You become a postdoctoral research fellow by completing a doctoral degree, identifying a lab whose research aligns with your expertise, and applying with a CV, cover letter, and research statement addressed to the principal investigator. Many positions are filled through direct outreach to PIs, professional society job boards, and institutional postdoc offices before they are broadly advertised.
Can you get a postdoctoral research fellow position with limited research experience?
Most postdoc roles require a completed PhD and at least some independent research output, but candidates with fewer publications can strengthen their applications by emphasizing technical skills, dissertation chapters under review, and strong faculty recommendations. Applying to labs at earlier stages of their funding cycle and to teaching-focused postdoc programs can also improve your odds when your publication list is still developing.
What does the postdoctoral research fellow interview process look like?
The postdoctoral research fellow interview typically begins with a video screening call with the principal investigator, followed by an in-person or virtual visit that includes a research seminar, one-on-one meetings with lab members and department faculty, and a conversation about your proposed research directions. The process usually concludes with a reference check before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to postdoctoral research fellow jobs?
You can find and apply to postdoctoral research fellow jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from institutions and research organizations across the United States. Search the listings for roles that match your research area and apply directly to each one that fits your background and career goals.
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