POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Duke University’s Department of Dermatology has an immediate need for a Postdoctoral Associate under Dr. Julia Oh’s lab. This position is on – site. Duke University School of Medicine, established in 1930, 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.

Requirements

• Ph.D or equivalent doctorate (e.g. ScD., M.D., D.V.M), Should be used for post-doctoral fellows if the candidate has completed all of the requirements for a degree, but the degree has not been formally conferred, the candidate may present evidence of completion of the degree requirement, together with a statement documenting the date on which the degree is to be conferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research under the supervision of a principal investigator (Dr. Julia Oh) with the expectation of establishing independent funding (fellowships, training grants, etc.).
• Design and execute ‘omics-informed experiments to investigate the human skin and respiratory microbiome, microbial genetics, host-microbe interactions and/or other areas of interest to the laboratory.
• Analyze and interpret data using statistical and bioinformatic tools.
• Write and submit research publications and grant proposals.
• Present research findings at lab meeting, domestic and international conferences, and seminars.
• Mentor and train graduate and undergraduate students in laboratory techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within the research group or across institutions.
• Remain updated with the latest advancements in microbiome research through literature review and professional development.
• Contribute to a diverse, collegial, and supportive working environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree