Post Doc Associate - RCEI - Lockwood

Rutgers University

New Brunswick (NJ)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 68,000

Full time

23 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits (defined, employer

Educational benefits for employee and

Life insurance

Job summary

Rutgers University—New Brunswick invites applications for a Post Doctoral Associate position with the Rutgers Climate and Energy Institute (RCEI). The role focuses on evidence synthesis or simulation modelling of biodiversity data, coordinating with the PI and leadership to prepare proposals and publications.

The successful candidate will manage data, contribute to peer-reviewed work, and interact with national and international collaborators.

Qualifications

Requires PhD degree in ecological sciences or closely related field.
Requires evidence of excellent communication skills in professional settings.
Proven skill in database construction, scientific writing, and complex project management.
Knowledge of renewable energy production systems, economics, or policy.

Responsibilities

Performs complex evidence synthesis or computational simulation modelling of biodiversity data.
Documents the work performed and maintains all databases that result from research output.
Consults with the Director of the Rutgers Climate and Energy Institute (RCEI), staff, and leadership in proposals, grant applications, and annual progress reports.
Pursues external funding sources such as grants and contracts and serves as the technical contact for biodiversity and renewable energy grants with agencies and organizations.

Skills

Communication skills

Database construction

Scientific writing

Project management

Renewable energy knowledge

Education

PhD in ecological sciences

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Post Doc Associate - RCEI - Lockwood Department Rutgers Climate & Energy Insti Salary Details A minimum of $61,805 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

Posting Summary

Performs complex evidence synthesis or computational simulation modeling of biodiversity data. Documents the work performed maintains all databases that result from research output and develops information for research papers. Consult with the Director of the Rutgers Climate and Energy Institute (RCEI), other RCEI staff, and members of the leadership team in the preparation of proposals, grant applications, and annual progress reports. Is responsible for the preparation of a wide variety of peer-reviewed publications, and acts as a point of contact for both internal and external collaborators. Completes work independently, with broadly defined work objectives and limited review of overall results. Performs professional work that requires specialized knowledge of biodiversity research, and has a solid understanding, use, and application of concepts, theories, principles, practices, terminology, and applied bases of biodiversity research.

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 24FA1342 Posting Open Date 12/23/2024 Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Requires PhD degree in ecological sciences or closely related field. Requires evidence of excellent communication skills in professional settings. Proven skill in database construction, scientific writing, and complex project management. Knowledge of renewable energy production systems, economics, or policy.

Required

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Requires advanced knowledge of ecology, biodiversity policy, or closely related fields, and techniques of evidence synthesis or simulation modeling.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized

Advanced computing systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and work in a variety of outdoor environments.

Overview

60% 1. Works independently and creatively to solve complex problems in a rapidly developing discipline. Develops novel evidence synthesis or simulation modelling analysis techniques, and publishes resulting research outputs in peer-reviewed scientific or policy journals.
20% 2. Collects and maintains data generated from independent research; provides analyses of collected data for peer-reviewed publications, granting agency annual reports, and use by collaborating organizations
10% 3. Maintains professional research contacts with other biodiversity and/or renewable energy research groups (US-based and international).
10% 4. In collaboration with PI, pursues external funding sources such as grants and contracts from state and federal agencies, non-profit organizations and industry. Serves as the primary point of technical contact for biodiversity and renewable energy grants/contracts with federal and state agencies, non-profit organizations and industry. This includes coordinating research plans, serving as biodiversity expert, and overseeing contract/grant processing.

Statement

This is a grant funded position renewable up to one year contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

SEBS

61 Dudley Road

New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8520

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

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