Postdoctoral Associate
Duke Careers•Durham, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
The West laboratory is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our ASAP/MJFF-funded research program focused on α-synuclein biology and neurodegeneration. The candidate will play a central role in experimental design, rigorous data generation and validation, and manuscript preparation for high-impact publications. This position is geared for the highly motivated individual with a track record of productivity, attention to experimental rigor and reproducibility, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential.
Requirements
- PhD or similar level degree in related field
Nice To Haves
- Strong background in protein aggregation, neurodegenerative disease mechanisms, and related methodologies
- Demonstrated expertise in protein biochemistry and/or neuropathology.
Responsibilities
- Lead studies leveraging RT-QuIC and related assays to interrogate α-synuclein aggregation, seeding, and strain properties
- Hands-on work in protein expression, purification, and biochemical/biophysical characterization.
- Immunohistochemical and antibody-based staining of brain sections, quantitative image analysis, and integration of in vitro and in vivo datasets to drive mechanistic insight.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
