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Two full time, summer research positions are available in The Patek Lab in the Department of Biology at Duke University during Summer 2024! Topic: Hands-on research in comparative biomechanics, evolution, and both marine and terrestrial arthropods. Who: Students interested in additional research experience prior to applying to graduate school or other future careers in research science. Duke students who are graduating in Spring 2024 are also encouraged to apply - please contact us separately for a different application link. Training & Experiences: Through this summer position you will gain experience in experimental design, data collection/analysis/management, scientific writing, high speed imaging, digital image analysis, data analysis and visualization, optical engineering, and aquarium systems. Attributes of applicant: Comfortable working with live animals including marine fieldwork Preferably interested in optics, digital imaging, materials testing, marine science, biomechanics Coding experience preferred, but not required! Detail-oriented, good work ethic, and most importantly a desire to learn
Wage: $18/hr, expected to work 40 hours/week
Start date: Flexible, but must commit to a total of three months of work between 5/4/24 – 8/23/24.
Eligibility requirements and information to be included in cover letter: Enrolled at or recently graduated from Duke University Previous work experience (if applicable) Information about how the candidate’s intellectual and training interests align with the focus of the Patek Lab’s research program. We recommend reading the Patek Lab’s website and some recently published papers (can be viewed here). How this experience will help you in reaching your career goals Names/contact info for three references (we do not need the full reference letters for initial review of the application)
Application: Upload the following to JobX AND email these items to the two contact emails listed below. Cover letter detailing the points listed above CV/resume Unofficial transcript
Deadline: Applications to be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Apply ASAP.
Contact emails: Email Dr. M. Young, mwy9@duke.edu or Prof S. Patek, snp2@duke.edu
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