Postdoctoral Associate at Duke University: Duke University School of Medicine, Department of Cell Biology, is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position in the Poss lab. The lab focuses on tissue regeneration research using zebrafish as a model organism. The successful candidate will engage in experimental and computational approaches, contributing to the understanding of regeneration biology. This is a one-year appointment with potential for extension, located in Durham, NC.
Designation: Postdoctoral Associate
Research Area: Tissue Regeneration, Cell Biology, Functional Genomics
Location: Durham, NC, United States
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD or equivalent doctorate (ScD, MD, DVM) in Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, or related field.
- Strong background and interest in tissue regeneration research.
- Ability to design and perform experiments, demonstrate commitment to training, and contribute intellectually to scientific projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellence in biological and biomedical research, evidenced by discovery records and publications in strong research journals.
- Strong quantitative and writing skills.
Job Description:
- Design and perform experiments in tissue regeneration, contributing to both understanding regeneration biology and developing necessary tools for discovery research.
- Demonstrate commitment to training and career advancement.
- Provide significant intellectual contribution to scientific projects within the lab.
- Write fellowship applications for career development.
- One-year appointment with potential for extension.
How to Apply:
- Send CV, statement of interest, relevant manuscripts, and names of three references to kenneth.poss@duke.edu.
- Apply online: Duke University Jobs Portal
Last Date for Apply: Not specified
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD or equivalent doctorate (ScD, MD, DVM).
- Eligible for a postdoctoral fellow position and registration with the Post Doc Office.
Expectations:
- Discharge research or scholarship responsibilities, including potential teaching duties.
- Adherence to standards of responsible conduct in research.
- Compliance with good scholarly and research practice.
- Open and timely discussion with the mentor regarding research activities.
- Prompt disclosure to the mentor regarding discoveries and desire to distribute materials.
- Collegial conduct and compliance with University and departmental policies.
Additional Information:
- Employment is subject to Research Foundation policies, sponsor guidelines, and funding availability.
- Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information:
- Dr. Kenneth Poss (Principal Investigator): Email – kenneth.poss@duke.edu
