POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

Work Arrangement:

Requisition Number: 263227

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER

Date: Nov 5, 2025

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.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As a Postdoctoral Associate, you’ll be a vital part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team advancing research in neuroscience, human physiology, psychology, and pharmacology. Your work will contribute to meaningful discoveries and help shape the future of clinical research.

Be Bold.

This is your opportunity to conduct independent research under the mentorship of a Duke faculty member, preparing you for a full-time academic or research career. You’ll work on an R01-funded project, analyzing imaging data and contributing to high-quality, first-author publications. You’ll be part of a vibrant research community at Duke University and Duke Medical Center, where innovation and collaboration thrive.

What You’ll Do:

Conduct clinical research studies and analyze imaging data (MRI/fMRI or other)
Lead the development of first-author publications
Collaborate across disciplines in a strong, supportive research environment
Apply your expertise in neuroanatomy, human physiology, and clinical research
Publish and present your findings to the broader scientific community
Engage in full-time research or scholarship, with potential teaching responsibilities
Work under the guidance of a faculty mentor in a role designed to launch your academic career

Choose Duke.

To be considered, you must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.). Candidates who have completed all degree requirements but are awaiting formal conferral may also apply. This is a limited-term appointment (up to 5 years, with a possible 1-year extension) and must be registered with Duke’s Postdoctoral Office. The role is intended for individuals pursuing a long-term academic or research career and is not part of a clinical training program unless research training is the primary focus.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help us build a stronger, smarter, and more connected future.

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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