POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

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About The Position

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 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations. As a Postdoctoral Associate in Pediatrics / Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, you will be a vital part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment advancing discovery to improve infant health outcomes. This position is a true Postdoctoral Associate appointment and must meet Duke University Postdoctoral Affairs requirements. The appointment is time-limited and involves substantially full-time research or scholarship under the mentorship of a faculty member. The role is intended to be preparatory for a full-time academic or research-intensive career. Postdoctoral Associates are expected to work independently while receiving guidance from a senior mentor, actively contribute to the intellectual life of the department, and publish the results of their research during the period of appointment. This role is not part of a clinical training program unless research training is the primary purpose of the appointment.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree (Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M., or similar), completed or pending formal conferral.
• Demonstrated interest and experience in basic or translational microbiome science.
• Experience with microbiology, immunological techniques, and molecular assays.
• Hands-on experience with mouse models, including animal handling, procedures, tissue and fluid collection, and preparation for assays or histology.
• Experience with bioinformatics and biostatistical analysis, particularly for large-scale biological datasets.
• Ability to conduct research with a high degree of independence while contributing effectively to collaborative, interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research investigating host–microbiome interactions and their impact on postnatal growth and metabolism in preterm infants.
• Design, perform, and interpret experiments using mouse models, molecular, microbiological, immunological, and multi-omic approaches.
• Generate, analyze, and interpret metagenomics and other multi-omics datasets.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers to advance project outcomes.
• Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for scientific dissemination.
• Maintain accurate documentation of scientific data, methods, and results.

Benefits

• Duke University offers a dynamic research environment, world-class resources, and a strong commitment to professional development.
• Postdoctoral Associates are supported through mentoring, training, and opportunities that foster successful academic and research careers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees