Post-Doctoral Associate

Rutgers University; The Ironbound (NJ); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employees and

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University—New Jersey Medical School's Department of Psychiatry seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate to work at the Rutgers Health NJMS on aging, cognition, and sociocultural determinants of health, focusing on Latino aging cohorts and exercise intervention, with menopause research and women's brain health in mind.

The role includes labs, data collection, manuscript preparation, grant-writing, and collaboration to connect cognitive outcomes with neuroimaging and vascular risk using US big

Qualifications

• PhD or MD in Health Sciences, Data Science/Informatics, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Public Health, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Participate in lab meetings and data analysis; prepare manuscripts and aid in grant applications.
• Develop performance standards and coordinate analytical functions with research areas.
• Assist in ongoing research and evaluate procedures; propose revisions and new procedures.
• Support program implementation in special areas of interest to the department.
• Adhere to Rutgers compliance policies and stay updated on regulations.

Skills

Data analysis

Lab skills

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

PhD or MD in Health Sciences, Data Science/Informatics, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Public Health, or related discipline

Tools

R

Python

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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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 Post-Doctoral Associate in the Department of Psychiatry within the New Jersey Medical School ( NJMS ).

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate will work at the Department of Psychiatry of Rutgers Health NJMS . This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of aging, cognition, and sociocultural determinants of health involving Latino aging cohorts; and to work with exercise intervention, with a particular focus on menopause research and women’s brain health. Postdoctoral Associate will play a key role in ongoing clinical trial on exercise research and developing studies investigating the interplay between longitudinal cognitive outcomes, neuroimaging and vascular risk factors using US big data.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Participate in lab meetings, research-in-progress seminars, data analysis, and presentations at conferences. Participate in the ACTIVE -BrainWoMen Trial data collection management, prepare manuscripts based on the lab research, aid in developing the PI’s grant applications, and will be expected to apply for personal grant funding.
• Participate in the development of performance standards, selection of methodology, and coordination of the analytical and procedural functions with the research areas to ensure conformance with the goals and objectives of the department.
• Under supervision, assist in the conducting of a continuous program of research and development regarding the analytical and instrumentation functions of the laboratory, participate in the evaluation of the existing procedures, suggest revisions where necessary, and propose new procedures where required.
• As requested, assist in the implementation of the programs and projects in special areas of interest to the department.
• Understands and adheres to Rutgers’s compliance standards as they appear in Rutgers Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers’ regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

FLSA ExemptGradeSalary DetailsMinimum SalaryMinimum Salary 20,000

Mid Range Salary 90,000

Maximum Salary

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.

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

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 37.5

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• PhD or MD in Health Sciences, Data Science/Informatics, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Public Health, or related discipline.

Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience working with human subject research, health science, technology and data science with strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate research findings to both academic and non-academic audiences.
• Proficiency with standard office and data tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, coding (R or Python), reference managers).
• Experience demonstrating solid judgment, organizational, planning, coordination, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Candidate will be trained on Good Clinical Practices ( GCP ).
• Be self-motivated and innovative with the ability to handle considerable and varied responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively and represent the university knowledgeably, articulately, and enthusiastically with an effective professional demeanor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with intervention and neuroimaging is desirable.

Equipment Utilized<--- Note: content retained as-is for fidelity --> Physical Demands and Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• Must be able to lift at least 40lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers, printers, and light traffic).
• Must be able to work and cooperate with a broad spectrum of staff and public.
• The study assessments may occur at Rutgers University – Newark at the Behavioral Health Sciences Building or at the participant’s home in the community.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1773

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a PhD or MD in Health Sciences, Data Science/Informatics, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Public Health, or relateddiscipline?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Certifications/Licenses

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