Researcher in Cardiology

Work Arrangement:
Requisition Number: 267433
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER
Date: Mar 16, 2026

School of Medicine

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Occupational Summary

Perform a variety of technical duties to support the laboratory of Dr. Ching Zhu, a physician-scientist in the Duke Cardiovascular Research Center. The lab utilizes mouse models, tissue clearing, and high-resolution imaging techniques to study cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmia biology.

Contact: ching.zhu@duke.edu

Work Performed

Background in cell and molecular biology is required. Mouse research experience is preferred.

Provide experimental support in the following core techniques of the lab:

• Mouse genotyping and colony management
• Histology
• Light microscopy
• Tissue culture
• qPCR, RNAseq, scRNAseq
• Langendorff cardiac physiology and electrophysiology
• Optical mapping of cardiac electrical function

Specific duties include:

• Mouse care and breeding
• Assist with molecular biology and physiology experiments
• Obtain, prepare, mount and stain tissue
• Prepare chemicals, reagents and solutions
• Assist in maintaining laboratory compliance with health and safety regulations

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training:
Bachelor's degree in cell biology, neuroscience, bioengineering or other related scientific field.

Experience:
Some background in mouse research and bench experimentation preferred.

Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Additional Information

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties.

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