Duke University — Postdoctoral Research
Durham, North Carolina · Research Fellowship
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About this program
Duke University's Office of Postdoctoral Services (OPS) is the central resource for postdoctoral appointees across Duke. Postdoctoral appointees are described by Duke as 'an integral part of the research endeavor at Duke University' — OPS supports them institutionally on policies, training, and career development.
For IMG physicians: most Duke postdoctoral research positions are filled PI-direct. Identify a Duke faculty member working in your area of interest (search Duke Faculty directory or department websites), contact them directly, and apply through their lab once a fit is established. OPS coordinates the J-1 visa sponsorship and institutional onboarding after a PI agrees.
Adjacent track: Duke also runs Visiting Medical Student elective programs (M3/M4) through the Duke SOM Registrar — different page (medschool.duke.edu/.../visiting-students), different audience. See the 'Duke University Hospital' and 'Duke Visiting Student Electives' listings.
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
- Stipend-payingReceives a paid stipend (rare for IMG observerships)
- Multi-specialty (4+)Placement available across multiple clinical departments
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- 1-3 years of structured clinical experience
- Placement in your chosen specialty across 4 departments
- Direct supervision by attending faculty
- Rounds, case discussions, and bedside teaching participation
How to apply
- Identify a faculty host or coordinator at the program.Many IMG observerships require a faculty sponsor BEFORE you can apply. Use the contact email in the sidebar.
- Submit your application packet directly to the program.Typical packet: CV, USMLE scores or ECFMG certificate, letter of intent, proof of funding, immunizations, and (for INTL) translated medical license.
- Pay any required application or program fee.Many programs charge a non-refundable application fee + per-rotation program fee. See the cost tile above for this program's specific amounts.
- Complete pre-arrival paperwork and visa coordination.Most IMG observerships do not sponsor educational visas — applicants travel on B-1/B-2 visitor status. Confirm before booking travel.
Available specialties
Eligibility requirements
MD/MBBS or PhD, research background | Visa: J1
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