Postdoctoral Associate

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

21h • 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. Duke School of Medicine’s interdisciplinary Duke Molecular Physiology Institute (DMPI), is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the Gupta Lab. The Postdoctoral Associate position offers an opportunity to conduct mentored pre-clinical basic science research in the endocrine research laboratory led by Dr. Rana Gupta, with a focus on diabetes, obesity, and tissue remodeling. Projects center on the biological activities of adipose tissue stem/progenitor cells and how they regulate adipose tissue expansion and remodeling in the setting of obesity. The research program spans basic science models, including primary tissues and mouse models, as well as translational clinical research.

Requirements

• strong record of training in biomedical research leading to a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree
• excellent oral and written communication skills
• hands-on experience in mouse metabolic physiology
• demonstrated expertise in cell and molecular biology
• publication record commensurate with career stage

Responsibilities

• work closely with other members of the Gupta laboratory to carry out all aspects of their assigned projects
• interact regularly with Dr. Gupta to develop study protocols, analyze data, and prepare manuscripts for publication
• Conduct an independent research project centered on hypotheses developed jointly with the PI(s)
• Collaborate on additional research projects led by other members of the laboratory
• Assist with training graduate students, technicians, and other laboratory members, as needed
• Participate in the writing and development of grant proposals to support research
• Present research findings at local and national scientific meetings
• Compile data and communicate findings through research manuscripts

Benefits

• competitive benefits package
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees