Post-Doc Schindler Lab

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employees and

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey is inviting applications for an entry-level NIH-funded postdoc position in the Department of Genetics. The lab uses mouse systems to study processes relevant to human reproduction using genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and microscopy/imaging.

The successful candidate will work independently, supervise hourly student workers and undergraduates, present data, draft manuscripts, and maintain a detailed lab notebook.

Qualifications

• PhD in life sciences required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in a research lab.
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy.
• Experience with genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, gamete biology, molecular biology, and microscopy.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab work in genetics, molecular biology, and microscopy.
• Manage, train, and schedule hourly student workers and undergraduates.
• Communicate with the PI on project status and deadlines.
• Maintain an accurate, detailed lab notebook and draft manuscripts.
• Present data and figures for presentations and publications.

Skills

Independent lab work

Mentoring

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Data review & reporting

Education

PhD in life sciences

Tools

ImageJ

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

Prism

PCR machines

Gel electrophoresis

Job description

Job Summary

Salary Details $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.

• 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

Entry-level postdoc position available for NIH-funded laboratory in the Department of Genetics at Rutgers. The laboratory research uses mouse systems to study processes relevant to human reproduction using genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and microscopy/imaging. A qualified candidate will be capable of working independently to perform lab work in this area, but also manages, trains, and schedules hourly student workers and undergraduate research assistants in various protocols and laboratory operations and procedures. Communicates with the PI in reviewing project performance, status and deadlines on an ongoing basis. Performs independent data review and reporting for all routine, existing and future, research. Responsible for maintaining an accurate and detailed lab notebook, conducting genetic, cell and molecular biology experiments and over-seeing undergraduate research projects. Standard laboratory work include recombinant DNA techniques, phenotypic analysis, epifluorescence microscopy, confocal microscopy, high throughput genomics, mouse handling, oocyte manipulation and mouse genetic analysis. This position will require presentations of data, making figures and drafting manuscripts.

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number 25FA1107

Posting Open Date 11/04/2025

Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience PHD degree in life sciences required. Requires minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in a research laboratory, excellent communication skills, excellent computer literacy. This research over a large span of life science topics and technical approaches, including genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, gamete biology, molecular biology, and microscopy

Preferred Qualifications PhD in life sciences. Experience with high resolution imaging and basic molecular biology techniques. Must be familiar with Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and Prism. Must be familiar with gel electrophoresis, RNA isolation systems, PCR machines, autoclaves, Apple computers, Windows PC’s, electrophoresis equipment, and image analysis software such as Image J.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Able to stand, lift, bend. Able to occasionally lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Able to reach and grasp with arms and hands. Work involves possible exposure to malodorous vapors and toxic chemicals. Long periods of standing and/or sitting.

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

Posting Specific Questions

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Required Documents

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