Duke University, Center for Advanced Genomic Technologies

5178 28108
Position ID:
Duke University-Center for Advanced Genomic Technologies-PTMOUSETUMOR [#28108]
Position Title: 
Associate in Research
Position Type:
Other
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Biomedical Engineering / Immune Engineering - immunotherapies
Appl Deadline:
(search canceled posted 2024/08/19, listed until 2025/02/19)
Position Description:
   

The Center for Advanced Genomic Technologies in the Pratt School of Engineering at Duke University is seeking a detail-oriented Associate in Research to assist with immunotherapy studies involving mouse tumor models. Responsibilities include performing subcutaneous and systemic tumor cell engraftments and administering engineered T cells. The ideal candidate will have experience with animal handling and technical procedures, and a background in immunology or a related field is preferred. This is a part-time position with a likely commitment of 3-5 hours per week.

The Gersbach Lab is a dynamic and interdisciplinary group of collaborative scientists and engineers who create a vibrant and stimulating intellectual environment. The technologies and scientific areas that we focus on are at the cutting-edge of genetic engineering, genomics, and gene and cell therapy. We prioritize the cultivation of an inclusive and supportive lab environment where individuals can grow and learn.

Regularly ranked among the best research institutions in the US, Duke University offers an outstanding research environment and world class training programs. The laboratory is located within the beautiful Duke University west campus, in Durham North Carolina. The research program associated with this project will provide exposure to cutting-edge science and technologies in the areas of genetics, gene therapy, stem cell biology, and human disease that will be greatly valuable to diverse areas of academic research and biotechnology.

Work Remotely: No

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.


Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
http://gersbach.bme.duke.edu/
email address
 
101 Science Drive
PO Box 90281
Durham, NC 27708