Postdoctoral Scholar

About the Role

Perform a variety of research involved in biochemical and pharmacological experiments and determinations in support of research-oriented activities at Duke University.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of research involved in conducting biochemical and pharmacological assays, experiments and determinations to obtain data in support of research oriented activities; compile and document procedures and results.
• Specifically, the Post Doc will be focused on studies of signaling by G protein-coupled receptors, and will be performing a number of luminescence- and bioluminescence resonance energy transfer-based assays.
• Set up instruments, material and apparatus and operate standard laboratory equipment required for specific tests.
• Operate various electronic devices in the collection, tabulation and calculation of data.
• Obtain, prepare, mount and stain tissue, blood and other substances for microscopic examinations.
• Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
• Assist in the development of new research procedures and techniques.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of materials, supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
• Review work of lower level laboratory personnel and assist in the training of new personnel.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Qualifications

Work requires a PhD degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology or other science related scientific field. None required above education/training requirement.

Schedule

This position is Onsite. The work is performed on-site or at a designated assignment location.