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. Be You. The Duke Laboratory for HIV-1 & COVID-19 Vaccine Research & Development is led by Drs. David Montefiori, PhD and Xiaoying Shaunna Shen, DVM, PhD. Our research focuses on neutralizing antibody responses, a key component of many successful vaccines for various infectious diseases. We’re seeking qualified applicants to be part of this internationally recognized laboratory for providing standardized assessments of neutralizing antibody responses in preclinical and clinical HIV-1 and COVID-19 vaccine studies. Minimum Requirements: Work generally requires skills acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology or other science related scientific field program. Work requires two years of research experience. A related master's degree may offset required years of experience on a 1:1 basis, e.g., a two year master's degree in lieu of two years of experience. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, genetics, microbiology or other related scientific fields. Two years of research experience involving mouse work. Detail-oriented, very well organized, and approach laboratory procedures with critical thinking. Strong initiative and eagerness to learn. Outstanding problem-solving skills. Must adhere to strict safety requirements. Ability to work and communicate effectively in a dynamic group environment. Other Requirements: This position is onsite. The work is performed on-site or at a designated assignment location. Be Bold. The candidate will work closely with lab members including postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, research technicians, and is expected to independently perform daily activities which include, but may not be limited to: Assessment of neutralizing antibody responses in various cell lines in support of pre-clinical and clinical HIV-1 and COVID-19 vaccine development. Data analysis with adherence to qu
