Postdoctoral Associate

Duke Clinical Research Institute
United States, North Carolina, Durham
Oct 30, 2026
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. Postdoctoral Associate Department of Urology \| Duke University School of Medicine Be You. The Department of Urology at Duke University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join the Odom Lab. In this role, you will contribute to NIH-funded research focused on understanding the molecular, neural, and physiological mechanisms underlying lower urinary tract dysfunction. You will work on innovative research exploring how diabetes and hormone-dependent signaling influence bladder physiology, sensory nerve function, and urothelial biology. Minimum Requirements Ph.D., M.D., or D.V.M. in a related biomedical field. Demonstrated ability to conduct hypothesis-driven biomedical research. Strong scientific communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with mouse models or animal research. Experience with molecular and biochemical techniques including PCR/qPCR, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and protein analysis. Record of scientific productivity through publications and/or presentations. Be Bold. Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments investigating mechanisms of lower urinary tract dysfunction. Perform physiological, molecular, and biochemical studies using advanced laboratory techniques. Prepare manuscripts, scientific presentations, and grant-related materials. Collaborate with investigators and research teams across Duke University. Choose Duke. The Odom Lab provides a collaborative research environment dedicated to advancing understanding of lower urinary tract dysfunction and identifying novel therapeutic targets. This position offers professional development opportunities that support progression toward an independent research career. 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. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.