Neuroscience Lab Analyst - C. elegans & Behavior

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Duke University invites applications for a Lab Analyst I in the Dzirasa Laboratory to support C. elegans and molecular biology projects. This role involves worm husbandry, strain generation, and behavioral assays under researchers including Drs.

Derk and Dzirasa, contributing to neuroscience work with potential translational impact. The position emphasizes collaboration, meticulous documentation, and mentorship of students and junior staff, within a diverse, inclusive lab culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field is required.
• Two years of research experience are required; a related master's may offset years of experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• C. elegans maintenance, generation, and experiments (40%).
• Intellectual contributions to the project and collaborative groups (25%).
• Integrate with current project management and documentation systems in the laboratory (20%).
• Training and oversight (15%).

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team-oriented

Detail-oriented

Mentoring or TA experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Tools

Benchling

Wormlab

Machine learning paradigms

Job description

Duke University invites applications for a Lab Analyst I in the Dzirasa Laboratory to support C. elegans and molecular biology projects. This role involves worm husbandry, strain generation, and behavioral assays under researchers including Drs.

Derk and Dzirasa, contributing to neuroscience work with potential translational impact. The position emphasizes collaboration, meticulous documentation, and mentorship of students and junior staff, within a diverse, inclusive lab culture.