RESEARCH SCIENTIST

at  Duke University

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 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A PhD degree is required.
Work requires a minimum of five years of postdoctoral experience conducting scientific research. Multiple publications and notable significant contributions to scientific research. Experience in cancer epidemiology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior experience in cancer epidemiology is highly preferred. Proficient in advance statistical analysis with software such as R, SAS, Stata, ArcGIS in addition to computing software and web-based applications (e.g., Microsoft Office products and the electronic medical record).

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The REGAL team seeks a Research Scientist with extensive training and experience in cancer epidemiology to support the scientific activities of our robust portfolio of research focused on cancer disparities. The Research Scientist will contribute to 1) proposal writing and grant submission, 2) analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of results, 3) mentorship of trainees.