Postdoctoral Research Scholar- Bioelectricity Lab

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scholar in the Bioelectricity Lab to advance pulsed‑electric‑field cancer therapy research. The position involves leading in‑vitro and animal studies, collaborating on immunological outcomes, and contributing to manuscripts and grant proposals.

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. with experience in pulsed‑electric‑field technologies, work standard hours, and participate in lab meetings.

Qualifications

• Biological wet-lab skills and experience in laboratory settings.
• Small-animal handling skills and techniques.
• Experience writing manuscripts and grant proposals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct in‑vitro and small‑animal studies
• Evaluate samples from and participate in large‑animal studies
• Participate in lab meetings and journal club
• Prepare manuscripts and grants
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Biological wet-lab skills

Small-animal handling skills

Writing manuscripts and grants

Education

Ph.D. with experience with pulsed-electric-field technologies

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Bioelectricity Lab

The Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences trains doctors of veterinary medicine, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows interested in research-based careers focused on discovering new information about animal and human health and disease and using those findings to enhance animal and human health and well‑being.

The Bioelectricity Lab develops next‑generation technologies for the detection and treatment of diseases using electric‑field‑mediated phenomena.

Responsibilities

Lead large/small animal studies investigating the immunological effects of a new pulsed‑electric‑field cancer therapy. Lead additional experiments in the laboratory using in‑vitro models to investigate the effects of pulsed electric fields on biological tissues.

• Plan and conduct in‑vitro and small‑animal studies
• Evaluate samples from and participate in large‑animal studies
• Participate in lab meetings and journal club
• Prepare manuscripts and grants
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements and Preferences

• Biological wet‑lab skills
• Small‑animal handling skills
• Writing manuscripts and grants
• Ph.D. with experience with pulsed‑electric‑field technologies
• Valid NC driver’s license not required

Work schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with flexibility based on clinical schedules, animal/patient/experimental needs, and deadlines.

Anticipated hiring range: $60,000 – $75,000.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NC State University is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex‑offender background checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to the start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.