Postdoctoral Scholar

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 2,600 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. This position is Onsite. The work is performed on-site or at a designated assignment location. Perform a variety of research involved in conducting biochemical and pharmacological assays, experiments and determinations to obtain data in support of research oriented activities; compile and document procedures and results. Specifically, the Post Doc will be focused on studies of signaling by G protein-coupled receptors, and will be performing a number of luminescence- and bioluminescence resonance energy transfer-based assays.

Requirements

• PhD degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology or other science related scientific field.
• None required above education/training requirement OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Nice To Haves

• Studies of signaling by G protein-coupled receptors
• Performing a number of luminescence- and bioluminescence resonance energy transfer-based assays

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of research involved in biochemical and pharmacological experiments and determinations in support of research-oriented activities at Duke University.
• Perform a variety of research involved in conducting biochemical and pharmacological assays, experiments and determinations to obtain data in support of research oriented activities; compile and document procedures and results.
• Set up instruments, material and apparatus and operate standard laboratory equipment required for specific tests.
• Operate various electronic devices in the collection, tabulation and calculation of data.
• Obtain, prepare, mount and stain tissue, blood and other substances for microscopic examinations.
• Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
• Assist in the development of new research procedures and techniques.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of materials, supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
• Review work of lower level laboratory personnel and assist in the training of new personnel.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

What This Job Offers

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