Postdoctoral Associate Jobs in New Jersey

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Associate - Nobuta Lab

Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department RBHS

Overview

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the Nobuta Lab within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS).

The primary purpose for the Postdoctoral Associate is to conduct genomic analytical research on cell-type specific human brain development, and neurological diseases. The project will involve bioinformatic analyses of large datasets with Python and R programming languages. It is expected that research will lead to publications and the Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to prepare manuscripts, fellowship applications, as well as contribute to the preparation of grant applications. The Postdoctoral Associate will also be expected to guide the research project of undergraduate and graduate researchers and participate in collaborative work with other laboratories. The Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to maintain effective communication and active discussion related to the involved research with the Principal Investigator and laboratory members. This is a grant-funded position contingent on the availability of funds to support it.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Carry out bioinformatic analyses of the large datasets available in our laboratory and in literature.
• Interpret and present the results of bioinformatic analyses in publishable formats.
• Prepare manuscripts, fellowship applications, as well as contribute to the preparation of grant applications.
• Supervise and guide the research projects of an undergraduate and graduate researchers.
• Participate in collaborative work with other laboratories.
• Maintain effective communication and active discussion related to the involved research with the Principal Investigator, collaborating researchers, and laboratory members.

FLSA Exempt

Salary Details A minimum of $63,968 for calendar year appointments

Minimum Salary 20,000

Mid Range Salary 90,000

Maximum Salary 200,000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description Post Docs - Regular Salaried

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

- Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science or a related science is required. Ph.D. Candidates who meet requirements with All But Degree (ABD) will be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Prior experience and productivity in research must be demonstrated.
- Experience is required with Python and R programming languages.
- The candidate is expected to be proficient in spoken and written English.

Preferred Qualifications

- Basic understanding in biology and neuroscience is preferable.
- Previous mentoring experience is desirable.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking, seeing, and hearing. Manual dexterity and vision sufficient for standard laboratory operations. Requires computer data input and analysis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Laboratory environment. Universal precautions are mandatory. Requires weekend, evening, and holiday hours when necessary.

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1369

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City Piscataway

State NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

- Resume/CV

Optional Documents

- Cover Letter/Letter of Application