RESEARCH SCHOLAR

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 2,600 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.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g. Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.).
• Visiting scholar engaging in temporary research at Duke.

Responsibilities

• Study neuro-glia interactions in chronic pain using electrophysiological, behavioral, histochemical, and genetic approaches and animal models.
• Participate in collaborative projects with other Duke and UNC investigators.
• Participate in DoD and NIH projects on analgesic mechanisms.
• Publish papers in excellent journals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree