Post-Doc Ellison Lab

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 57,571 - 70,364; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and leave programs

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Research Associate to serve as a project manager for the Ellison and Brand labs. The role involves conducting laboratory and computational experiments, mentoring students and trainees, and contributing to scientific manuscripts.

The position requires a PhD with knowledge of molecular biology, programming, statistics, and genome evolution. Preferred qualifications include Perl/Python, R, and Unix proficiency, as well as lab duties and mentoring responsibilities.

Qualifications

• PhD required with knowledge of molecular biology, computer programming, statistical analysis and genome evolution.
• Mentoring experience required.
• Experience with fly husbandry is listed as a preferred qualification.

Responsibilities

• Act as project manager for the Ellison and Brand labs.
• Perform laboratory and computational experiments to advance research aims.
• Mentor students and trainees to complete their projects.
• Write and contribute to scientific manuscripts to publish findings.

Skills

Mentoring

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

PhD

Tools

Perl

Python

R

Unix

Job description

Posting Summary

This position is for a Research Associate who will act as a project manager for the Ellison and Brand labs. Responsibilities include performing laboratory and computational experiments, writing and/or contributing to scientific manuscripts, and mentoring students and trainees. Performing experiments and data analysis in order to achieve research aims. Writing and contributing to scientific manuscripts to publish findings. Mentoring trainees so that they may complete their own research projects.

Position Status

Full Time

Posting Number

26FA0678

Posting Open Date

07/16/2026

Posting Close Date

07/15/2027

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

PhD is required along with knowledge of molecular biology, computer programming, statistical analysis and genome evolution. Mentoring experience is also required.

Certifications/Licenses

(none)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

PhD is required along with knowledge of molecular biology, computer programming, statistical analysis and genome evolution. Mentoring experience is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

Standard molecular biology equipment and procedures, fly husbandry, Perl and/or python programming languages, R statistical package and the Unix operating system

Physical Demands and Work Environment

none

Location

Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City: Piscataway
State: NJ

Salary Details

63,968

Benefits

• 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

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

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Transcript (Unofficial)
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents