Postdoctoral Associate in Neurobiology

Duke University

Requisition Number: 266939
Institution: Duke University School of Medicine
Location: Durham
Employment Type: Regular, full-time
Personnel Area: Medical Center
Date Posted: Feb 27, 2026

Institution Overview

  • Duke University School of Medicine: Founded 1930, ranked 6th nationally
  • Inclusive, collaborative research environment
  • ~2,500 faculty, 1,300 students, 6,000 staff
  • Part of Duke Health: encompasses hospitals, clinics, research centers

Position Overview

  • Conduct independent research under the guidance of a faculty mentor
  • Preparatory position for a full-time academic or research career
  • Research-focused with possible teaching responsibilities
  • Not part of clinical training unless research under a mentor is primary

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct full-time research or scholarship under supervision
  • Publish results of research or scholarship
  • Maintain lab notebooks or comparable records (property of Duke)
  • Adhere to standards of responsible research conduct
  • Comply with university policies on chemicals, isotopes, infectious agents, animals, human subjects, etc.
  • Maintain open communication with mentor about all research activities
  • Promptly disclose inventions, materials, software, or discoveries for IP purposes
  • Maintain collegial and professional conduct in all interactions

Qualifications / Requirements

  • PhD or equivalent (ScD, MD, DVM)
  • International candidates: proof of degree equivalency may be required
  • Degree must be conferred before appointment
  • Intellectual curiosity, growth mindset, independence in research
  • Ability to adhere to responsible conduct in research and university policies

Equal Opportunity

  • Duke University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • No discrimination based on age, color, disability, gender, gender identity/expression, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, military status, or pregnancy
  • Commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and innovation

Additional Info

  • Essential physical and mental job functions may apply
  • Nearest Major Market: Durham, NC
  • Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh, NC

???? Observation: Compared to Requisition 266940, this position is more general and research-focused, without a specific focus on neuromuscular disorders or gene therapy. It’s suitable for a postdoc seeking broader research experience in biomedical sciences at Duke.

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