Description
The Biochemistry and Molecular Program at Wake Forest University invites applications for a Teacher Scholar Postdoctoral Fellow
Qualifications: An earned Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry or a related field is required for the position; ABD candidates are invited to apply.
Position Summary: Teacher-Scholar Postdoctoral Fellows will actively collaborate with one or more faculty members in the department on research projects and teach two courses per semester to serve the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major (bmb.wfu.edu). This position allows post-docs to gain teaching experience while working with a faculty mentor performing post-doctoral research. A list of potential research mentors and their areas of study can be found here.
About Wake Forest University: Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. With more than 5,400 undergraduates and 3,800 graduate and professional students, Wake Forest is a collegiate university offering a vibrant, intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities, and a strong athletics program competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Since its founding, the University has adopted the motto Pro Humanitate, which is exemplified by a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world. For more information, visit: about.wfu.edu. Wake Forest University is located in Winston-Salem, a beautiful, mid-sized city centrally in the Piedmont-Triad region of North Carolina. To learn more about Winston-Salem, visit: www.visitwinstonsalem.com.
Application Instructions: Review of applications will begin immediately. The following materials should be submitted: a cover letter stating the position for which you are applying and identifying potential research mentors, a CV, and statement of teaching and research interests and experience. Letters of recommendations will be requested from selected applicants. Formal transcripts will be required before a hiring offer can be made. Applications that include all required information and are submitted on or before May 1, 2026 will be given full consideration. Applications are submitted at: hr.wfu.edu/careers. Questions about the application mechanics contact Wake Forest University Human Resources at askhr@wfu.edu. Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for all final teacher-scholar postdoctoral candidates being considered for employment.
Equal Employment 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.
Requirements
This position will be a combination of teaching and research and applicants will need a PhD, but will consider ABD applicants. The position comes with benefits and is 1 year renewable up to 3 years.
