Research Associate, Senior

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Pharmacology & Cancer Biology at Duke University School of Medicine is seeking a Research Associate, Senior to work alongside Dr. Michael Kastan on research projects. Duke University School of Medicine, established in 1930, is a highly-ranked institution known for its inclusive community and interdisciplinary collaboration, aiming to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries to improve human health. Duke Health is a world-class academic medical center comprising the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System, which includes multiple hospitals and care facilities.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g. Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.).
• Greater than 5 years of postdoctoral or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Perform scientific experiments, including mammalian cell culture, cloning/subcloning/targeted mutagenesis, protein assays (immunoblots, immunoprecipitations), RT-PCR and RNA analyses, cell transfections and selections, cell survival assays, flow cytometry, and other cell/molecular biology techniques.
• Partner with the PI in directing the scientific directions of the laboratory, including regularly reading and interpreting relevant scientific literature.
• Keep up with regulatory processes (animal, safety, radiation protocols, SOPs, etc).
• Orienting and participating in oversight of laboratory members, including students, post-doctoral fellows and technicians.
• Maintaining personal laboratory records and ensuring lab records of other members is appropriate.
• Communicating regularly with the PI and laboratory members.
• Interface with other Duke scientists, including core laboratories.

What This Job Offers

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