Postdoctoral Associate

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

4d • Onsite

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.
The Department of Radiology is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to join our team. In this role, you will lead independent & collaborative research in line with the priorities and goals of the laboratory of Dr. Micheal Zalutsky. The laboratory’s research focuses on the development of novel radioactive compounds for improving the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in radiochemistry, with an emphasis on the design and synthesis of site-specifically radiohalogenated biomolecules for imaging and therapeutic applications.
Our laboratory provides a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment with access to state-of-the-art radiochemistry facilities and imaging infrastructure. The position offers opportunities to contribute to translational research that bridges fundamental chemistry and clinical applications in oncology.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g. Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.) in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Chemical Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field. Candidates with non-US degrees may be required to provide proof of degree equivalency.
• Note for international candidates: Generally, immigration classifications (e.g., H-1B, J-1, etc.) require that the requisite degree be conferred before a petition can be filed or a visa document issued to sponsor the individual.
• Onsite. The work is performed on-site or at a designated assignment location.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in organic synthesis of radiohalogenation precursors
• Experience in handling radioactivity
• Experience in performing radiochemical synthesis with iodine radionuclides and astatine-211.

Responsibilities

• The conscientious discharge of research or scholarship responsibilities, which may include teaching responsibilities for Postdoctoral Associates
• Conformance to standards of responsible conduct in research
• Compliance with good scholarly and research practice
• Maintenance of a laboratory notebook and/or other comparable records of research activity, which remains the property of Duke University upon termination
• Adherence to University standards regarding use of isotopes, chemicals, infectious agents, animals, human subjects, and the like
• Open and timely discussion with the mentor regarding all facets of the Postdoctoral Appointee's research activities. Postdoctoral Appointees are encouraged to consult the AAMC Compact Between Postdoctoral Appointees and Their Mentors for suggested guidelines for the Postdoctoral Appointee-mentor relationship
• Prompt disclosure to the mentor regarding the possession and desire to distribute materials, reagents, software, copyrightable and potentially patentable discoveries derived from the Postdoctoral Appointee's research.
• Collegial conduct towards members of the research group and others as described in the Duke University School of Medicine Honor Code of Professional Conduct and other relevant conduct policies pertaining to other schools at Duke University.
• Compliance with all applicable University and departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• health insurance plans
• generous paid time off
• retirement programs with employer contributions
• tuition assistance for employees and their children

What This Job Offers

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