Research Associate in Cancer Biology

Work Arrangement:
Onsite – The work is performed on-site or at a designated assignment location.

Requisition Number: 262050
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: Medical Center
Date: October 1, 2025

School of Medicine

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Be You.

The Department of Pharmacology & Cancer Biology is looking for a Research Scholar to work alongside Dr. Michael Kastan in research projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, or similar sciences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience in techniques and topics associated with this specific project exploring interactions between ATM and GRP94 proteins and regulation of cellular stress responses.

Be Bold.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform scientific experiments, including but not limited to:

  • Mammalian cell culture

  • Cloning/subcloning/targeted mutagenesis

  • Protein assays (immunoblots and immunoprecipitations)

  • RT-PCR and RNA analyses

  • Cell transfections and selections

  • Cell survival assays

  • Flow cytometry

• Partner with the PI in directing the scientific directions of the laboratory, including regular review and interpretation of relevant scientific literature.

• Maintain compliance with regulatory processes (animal, safety, radiation protocols, SOPs, etc.).

• Orient and participate in oversight of laboratory members, including students, post-doctoral fellows, and technicians.

• Maintain personal laboratory records and ensure proper recordkeeping among team members.

• Communicate regularly with the PI and laboratory members.

• Interface with other Duke scientists, including core laboratories.

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Screening of Applications:
Screening continues until the position is filled. The search committee will review applications as they are received and continue screening all applications until the position is filled.

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