LAB RESEARCH ANALYST I

This position is partially grant-funded

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 the translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Be You.

The RBL Virology Unit is recruiting a Research Laboratory Analyst I to support a multi-disciplinary team developing medical countermeasures and vaccines against emerging and re-emerging biothreats.

The Duke Human Vaccine Institute (DHVI) is a multi-disciplinary research organization at Duke University focused on basic, translational and clinical research to develop novel vaccines, therapeutics and diagnostics for infectious diseases that impact global health.  The Duke Regional Biocontainment Laboratory (RBL) is a division of the DHVI that supports a specific portfolio of research programs requiring enhanced biosafety and security. 

The Duke RBL has three collaborative research units: Immunology, Animal Modeling, and Pathogen Unit.  These units directly support resident DHVI/RBL faculty and are also available to support Duke faculty and their collaborators as fee-for-service shared resources. Each unit provides users with safety/security training, animal model support and use of the Duke RBL containment environment

Minimum Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in biology or other related scientific field. Two years of related virology, microbiology or immunology research experience preferred.  Work requires a minimum of two years of laboratory experience, preferably in virology, microbiology, and molecular biology, or a related field. Must be detail-oriented, well organized with strong computer and communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

• • Work with hazardous biological agents handled at BSL2 and BSL3
  • Comply with vaccination requirements when necessary
  • Complete US Department of Justice screening for Select Agent registration
  • Complete Select Agent registration at Tier 1
  • Achieve external certification for independent work at BSL3

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Be Bold.

Position Description:

• Serve as project leader for existing and future projects.
• Independently design and execute assays for customers with a variety of viruses, bacteria, and hosts.
• Support projects utilizing animal models including but not limited to virus/bacteria preparation, virus/bacteria titration, and downstream assays.
• Independently maintain and troubleshoot critical equipment.
• Independently write and contribute to the development of new protocols.
• Independently perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting research laboratory assays, experiments and determinations to obtain data under standard operating procedure (SOP)-driven best practices
• Compile, analyze, and document primary data, analyzed data, and final data reports.
• Train and guide junior staff on laboratory technique, safety, and standard practices. Major emphasis on cell culture.
• Serve as safety delegate for the Pathogen Unit, to include training incoming members and maintaining compliance with DHVI and Duke chemical and biological safety policies.
• Confer with Pathogen Unit Director, Pathogen Unit Manager, Principal Investigator and RBL/DHVI leadership to review work assignments and develop plans for experiments; make modifications to existing laboratory procedures and techniques to meet the needs of particular studies as required.
• Attend all required training.
• Manage and complete all assigned tasks/projects in accordance with standardized operating procedures and in full compliance with all safety protocols.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the Virology Unit Director and Manager and RBL/DHVI leadership.
• Follow Data Management procedures.

Choose Duke.

Join our award-winning team and be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.

Screening of Applications: Screening continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 1, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $50,439.00 to USD $76,417.00 Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate 's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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