POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

Postdoctoral Associate – Dr. Andrew Barbas (Abdominal Transplant)

Be You.

The Department of Surgery is seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join our team. The research project will include pre- and post-operative management and assessment of animals after transplant procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in surgical procedures, peri-operative care of transplanted animals.
• Manuscript preparation.
• Data analysis Maintain accurate laboratory documentation of experiments, including raw experimental data and laboratory notebooks.
• Follow standards of responsible conduct in research.
• Comply with good scholarly and research practice.
• Adhere to University standards regarding use of isotopes, chemicals, infectious agents, animals, human subjects, and the like.
• Comply with all applicable University and Department of Surgery policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g. M.B.B.S., Sc.D., D.V.M.)

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

Be Bold.

• Pre- and post-operative management and assessment of animals after transplant (micro)surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation of experiments, including raw experimental data and laboratory notebooks.
• Monitor progress of research projects and coordinate with Principal Investigator and Program team to stay on budget and schedule to meet the milestones and deliverables
• Adhere to University standards regarding use of isotopes, chemicals, infectious agents, animals, human subjects, and the like.

Choose Duke.

Duke Surgery is #1 in NIH Grant Funding. We are an internationally recognized leader in laboratory and clinical investigation. Duke Surgery’s faculty and trainees are consistently among the top- funded researchers nationwide. This position is 100% grant funded. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more. Join our award-winning team and be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery.

Minimum Qualifications

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