Lab Research Analyst II

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 276785

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER

Date: Nov 2, 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.

The Lab Research Analyst II will conduct a variety of investigations in the planning, development and implementation of experimental procedures within the Molecular Genomics Core lab at Duke University. This position includes both genomics and histology techniques.

Requirements:

Education: Work requires a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other directly related scientific field.
Experience: Work requires four 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.
An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

This position is on-site

Be Bold.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee the operation and management of the laboratory’s proteomics platform
Collect and organize tissue collections from surgical procedures
Manage biospecimen biorepositories
Lead single cell sequencing projects (managing biospecimens, handling quality control, collaborating with pathology for tissue prep and with genetics core for sample transfers/library prep)
Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, trends, appropriate recommendations for improvement and conclusions.
Work with biostatisticians/bioinformaticians to ensure robust and timely execution of proteomics and single cell projects
Maintain laboratory equipment, perform preventative maintenance as necessary and manage maintenance contracts.
Maintain sufficient inventory of materials, supplies and equipment for performance of duties.
Review journals, abstracts and scientific literature to keep abreast of new developments and to obtain information regarding previous experiments to aid in the design and development of original procedures and techniques.

Choose Duke.

Successful candidates will join a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment at Duke University with access to outstanding resources, state-of-the-art core facilities, and opportunities for scientific and professional development.

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $61,026.00 to USD $98,439.00. 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.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).