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Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke.

Be You.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Postdoctoral Associate, you’ll be a vital part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team engaged in cutting-edge neuroscience research.

Be Bold.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct independent research under faculty mentorship to prepare for a full-time academic or research career.

• Explore basal ganglia disease mechanisms using advanced methodologies including synaptic physiology, chemicogenetic circuit manipulations, behavioral phenotyping, calcium imaging, and genome-wide RNAi/small molecule screening.

• Lead innovative research aligned with lab interests, including integrated stress response signaling and striatal circuit mechanisms for behaviors and disorders such as dystonia and Parkinson’s.

• Collaborate within a diverse, high-performing research community dedicated to discovery and therapeutic innovation.

Choose Duke.

Join a world-class research institution known for excellence, collaboration, and its commitment to nurturing the next generation of scientific leaders.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help us build a stronger, smarter, and more connected future.