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POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

Duke University
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Feb 2026
šŸ’° $72,602/yr($64,170/yr – $72,602/yr)

About the role

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.

Be You.

The Duke Global Health Institute at Duke University is looking for a postdoctoral fellow to join our team for 6 months. In this important role, you will work with senior investigators and community partners and assist with collecting and analyzing pilot data and writing scientific grant proposals on community-based interventions for hypertension for major funding agencies under the direction of the principal investigator. You will have the opportunity to work with our students during their research internship on the hypertension project and impact their success.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Requires a minimum of a PhD in epidemiology or public health related field
  • Demonstrated success in implementing innovative community-based interventions.
  • Track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals, preferably first-authors.
  • Highly collaborative approach and demonstrated success in engaging stakeholders in complex organizational landscapes
  • Comfort and skill in planning, adapting, and collaborating with others in the context of ambiguity and change
  • Demonstrated commitment to completing work efficiently and by designated deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare grant budgets

Other Requirements:

The position requires frequent travel and stay in rural counties in North Carolina. This position is hybrid eligible. The position is partially remote, and the employee must reside in a Duke University-approved state.

Be Bold.

Position Description:

  • Proactively support and drive proposal development with the principal and co-investigators
  • Organize study group and stakeholder meetings, integrate feedback, and work on the proposal with the study group under the direction of PI.
  • Lead pilot data gathering and analysis for the proposal as needed
  • Adhere to timelines

Choose Duke.

Join our award-winning team and be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.

Screening of Applications: Screening continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by March 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $64,170 to $72,602. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

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Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.



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