Duke University, Biology

3 32049
Position ID:
Duke-Biology-PA_DS [#32049]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Biology
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2026/05/12, listed until 2026/11/12)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

The Sherwood group is seeking to hire a Postdoctoral Associate to complete a project examining the role of the papilin extracellular matrix molecule in regulating type IV collagen turnover. The project will involve work with the C. elegans model system and include molecular genetic studies, quantitative live imaging, laser ablation, genetic analysis, transgenics and biochemical approaches. Conceptually, the work will require a deep understanding of extracellular matrix and cell biology. This position requires a minimum degree of a PhD.

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Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
www.biology.duke.edu
 
137 Biological Sciences Bldg.
Box 90338
Durham NC 27708