Duke University, Biomedical Engineering
Position Description
Associate in Research Position in Parkinson’s Disease Circuit Research. The Tadross Lab is seeking a dedicated full-time Associate in Research for an exciting, multidisciplinary project investigating the circuit basis of Parkinson’s disease in a preclinical mouse model. Our work spans neuroscience and engineering, focusing on cutting-edge technologies like DART (Drug Acutely Restricted by Tethering; Shields et al., 2024 Nature Methods, 2017 Science) and DANNCE (3D deep-learning kinematic analysis platform; Dunn et al., 2021 Nature Methods), developed to understand motor disorders and neural connectivity with unprecedented precision. This role offers recent graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and authorship in preparation for graduate or medical school.
Responsibilities:
- Animal Care and Behavioral Testing: Perform animal handling, husbandry, and behavioral testing; conduct animal procedures including transcardial perfusions and tissue preparation for histology, with opportunities to learn more advanced experimental techniques.
- Data Analysis and Project Participation: Record and analyze data, interpret experimental outcomes, and present findings at lab meetings.
- Collaborative Research: Work closely with the Principal Investigator and team members, with the opportunity to take on an independent project within our ongoing studies.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
- Previous research experience with animals, a strong interest in neuroscience, and the ability to code in Matlab and/or Python.
- Excellent attention to detail, adaptability, and capacity for independent work.
- A minimum 2-year commitment is highly desirable for continuity and development.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with an ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing project needs.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving, time management, and multitasking.
- Flexibility to work after hours, weekends, and holidays as required.
Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact research and gain diverse technical training in a supportive lab environment. The position is ideal for recent graduates planning to apply to graduate or medical school who want experience in a pioneering lab setting. Interested candidates should send a cover letter describing their research interests and how they align with our lab, a CV (with GPA), and contact information for three references.
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:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information of three references
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