** (posted 2021/01/20, listed until 2021/01/27)| Position ID: | Duke-Biology-SP_RESSCI [#17990, 1826] |
| Position Title: | Research Scientist |
| Position Type: | Postdoctoral |
| Position Location: | Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States [map] |
| Subject Areas: | Biology / Evolution, Biomechanics, PHYSIOLOGY |
| Appl Deadline: | 2021/01/27 11:59PM** (posted 2021/01/20, listed until 2021/01/27) |
| Position Description: |
| Join an interdisciplinary team examining the evolution and scaling of muscle and elastic systems. Based at the Patek Lab in the Biology department at Duke University, and collaborating closely with the Physics of Soft Matter Lab in the Physics Department at Harvey Mudd College, the broad goal of this research is to establish the principles by which biological systems navigate physics-based limits and transitions through scaling and evolutionary processes. Requirements:
The candidate should demonstrate:
APPLICATIONS DUE JANUARY 22, 2021 Become part of a diverse and inclusive research team and university, with outstanding job benefits in a culturally diverse and affordable geographic region. The position is available immediately with the start date ideally no later than late spring or early summer 2021. The position is based on funding for a three year position. The initial appointment will be for 12 months with the possibility for renewal contingent on performance and continuing funding availability for up to 3 years. Salary starts at $52,704. Contact Prof. Patek via email for additional information and questions about the position. The job application must be submitted to Academic Jobs Online and should include:
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