Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Associate, Multiple Vacancies

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

Department RWJ - Pathology Research

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 department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate works independently on research projects, with supervision from a Research Mentor, and on developing teaching skills, with supervision from a Teaching Mentor, to support the general functioning of their biomedical research laboratory, and to fulfill the research and teaching requirements of the Rutgers IRACDA, INSPIRE Postdoctoral Training Program.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Eligible applicants must apply to the program and receive approval from the INSPIRE Admissions Committee. Application and eligibility information can be found on the INSPIRE website: https://rwjms.rutgers.edu/research/inspire/home.
• Must take part in all of the research, writing and teaching training provided for INSPIRE IRACDA Fellows.
• Must take part in all of the research and teaching evaluation surveys provided for the INSPIRE IRACDA fellows.
• Does biomedical research with Research mentor, and publishes the findings, in support of developing an independent academic research career.
• Works with a Teaching Mentor at INSPIRE Partner School to teach and mentor undergraduate student, in support of developing an independent academic research career.

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Salary Details

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

Working Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description Post Docs - Regular Salaried

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Minimum Education and Experience

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related discipline required.
• Candidates in ABD (all but degree) status will also be considered.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be comfortable working with other people and interacting with people at different stages of their career.
• Must have good communication skills, including the ability to bring concerns to the attention of the INSPIRE Program as they arise.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work Environment: Laboratory environment. Moderate noise.

Special Conditions

Posting Number 26ST1572

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City Piscataway

State NJ

Location Details

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