POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

2d • 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.
Department of Pharmacology & Cancer Biology is looking for a Postdoctoral Associate to work alongside Dr. Kris Wood in research projects.

Requirements

• PhD in Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, or similar sciences

Responsibilities

• Using functional and computational genomics approaches to define tumor vulnerabilities
• Define the mechanistic basis for tumor vulnerabilities of interest using approaches from biochemistry, molecular biology, and cellular biology
• Participate in functions and activities of the Wood lab, including regular individual and group meetings and collaborative interactions with other group members
• Participate in the functions and activities of the Department of Pharmacology and Cancer Biology, including the Annual Departmental Retreat

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees