LAB RESEARCH ANALYST I

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 269740

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER

Date: May 6, 2026

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 2,600 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.

Duke University’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has an on site position as a Lab Research Analyst I. The Lab Research Analyst I will support cutting-edge research in the Duke Urogenital Microbiome Research Program (Ur-BIOME), focusing on understanding microbial communities and their impact on human health. This exempt-level role combines independent experimental research, biospecimen management, protocol optimization, and mentorship of junior personnel.

The candidate will contribute intellectually to experimental design, troubleshoot and optimize protocols, coordinate with core facilities and collaborators, and communicate research findings through high-quality data visualization and written analysis suitable for publication.

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Training

Work requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific field.

Experience

Work requires two years of research experience. A related master's degree may offset required years of experience on a 1:1 basis, e.g., a two year master's degree in lieu of two years of experience.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience working with low-biomass or challenging biospecimens.

· Experience coordinating with core facilities or collaborative research teams.

· Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., R, GraphPad Prism) and generating publication-ready figures.

· Prior experience supervising or mentoring students or junior personnel.

· Demonstrated proficiency in DNA extraction, bacterial culture (including anaerobic organisms), and general molecular biology techniques.

· Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills suitable for an exempt-level research role.

Core Competencies (Exempt-Level Indicators)

· Independent experimental design and troubleshooting.

· Critical thinking and data interpretation.

· Technical leadership and mentorship.

· Professional communication and scientific writing.

· Responsibility for sample integrity, chain of custody, and experimental reproducibility.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific field.

Experience

Work requires two years of research experience. A related master's degree may offset required years of experience on a 1:1 basis, e.g., a two year master's degree in lieu of two years of experience. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Work requirestwo years of research experience. A related master's degree may offset required years of experience on a 1:1 basis, e.g., a two year master's degree in lieu of two years of experience. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $51,448.00 to USD $77,945.00. 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/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an 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 (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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