Recruitment/Posting Title Post–Doctoral Associate
Department CMBN
Salary Details A minimum of 63,968.
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
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Posting Summary
The Aging & Brain Health Alliance in the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN), at Rutgers University-Newark seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate with training in neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, public health, kinesiology, or a related field, and an interest in interdisciplinary research on aging and Alzheimer’s disease prevention. The Post-Doctoral Associate will contribute to NIH-funded studies of cognitive aging and Alzheimer’s disease risk in older African Americans, including the Pathways to Healthy Aging in African Americans longitudinal cohort study and the Exercise to Improve Brain Health in Older African Americans randomized controlled trial. The fellow will work within a multidisciplinary team integrating cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychology, genetics, neuroimaging, exercise science, public health, sleep research, and biomarker science to investigate factors that promote cognitive resilience and reduce dementia risk. The position provides advanced training in cognitive aging, neuropsychological assessment, longitudinal data analysis, community-engaged science, grant development, and academic career advancement.
Position Status Full Time
Posting Number 26FA0605
Posting Open Date 06/12/2026
Posting Close Date
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience, Neuropsychology, Experimental Psychology, Neuroscience, Public Health, Kinesiology, Epidemiology or a closely related field.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, representative publication or manuscript, and the names and contact information for three references. Applicants should indicate their primary area of interest within cognitive aging, neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience, Alzheimer’s disease or related disciplines.
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/277034
Campus Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark
City Newark
State NJ
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