Research Scholar
Duke Careers•Durham, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
Duke University School of Medicine, established in 1930, is a highly-ranked institution known for its inclusive community, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the acceleration of scientific discoveries to improve human health. It is part of Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. This is a temporary, three-month on-site opening within the School of Medicine.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g. Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.).
Responsibilities
- Develop research hypothesis through literature review and timely discussions with the PIs, and design experimental procedures to test the hypothesis.
- Perform human and mouse skin explant cultures and subsequent analysis at the RNA and protein levels by RNA-seq, RT-PCR, immunostaining and ELISA.
- Use statistical methods (Excel, GraphPad etc.) to analyze data and present the data in PowerPoint, PDF formats or other formats to other lab members in a weekly basis.
- Keep electronic records of all experimental details and results, and prepare data for manuscript publication.
- Provide technical training to new members including undergrad and graduate students
Benefits
- health insurance plans
- generous paid time off
- retirement programs with employer contributions
- tuition assistance for employees and their children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
