ASSOCIATE IN RESEARCH

Work Arrangement:

Requisition Number: 251203

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER

Date: Oct 29, 2024

School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Associate in Research

Our lab is seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join us as an Associate in Research for a one-year position. Our lab focuses on pioneering research utilizing Neurovascular Unit (NVU)-on-a-chip technology to explore neurodegenerative diseases, brain tumors, and immunotherapy. This platform allows for the study of CNS diseases in a more efficient manner by investigating interactions with neurovasculature, beyond traditional animal or cell culture models. The NVU-on-a-chip model is already established, and we continue to enhance its throughput in terms of sample preparation and assay capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Postdoctoral Experiments in the Lab (70%)

· Learn and shadow ongoing research projects

· Assist with lab experiments, including cell cultures, microfluidic chip preparation, and routine tasks such as stock management and ordering

Independently Execute Research Projects (30%)

· Design and develop an independent research project

· Conduct experiments, analyze data, and interpret results

· Contribute to the preparation of research papers and grant proposals

· Opportunity to conclude your work with a publication or presentation at a conference

What We’re Looking For:

· While prior experience with cell culture and standard bioassays is a plus, it is not required; we are willing to provide full training

· Candidates with experience in CNS disease models will find that our NVU-on-a-chip offers an exciting platform for more dynamic and efficient research

· A strong desire to learn and contribute to innovative research

For more detailed information about our research, please refer to our recent publications available on our lab website.

We look forward to receiving applications from aspiring researchers who want to make a meaningful impact in the field of neuroscience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

See job description for education requirements.

Experience

See job description for requirements.

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