Post Doctoral Associate (Rongo Lab)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employees and

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey invites applications for a Post Doctoral Associate in the Rongo Lab at the Waksman Institute of Microbiology. The successful candidate will investigate neuronal stress responses and the hypoxia-response using C.

elegans, reporting to the Principal Investigator. The role focuses on grant-funded molecular biology work, genetics, biochemistry, and advanced imaging, with responsibilities including training undergraduates, data generation for publications and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biology or subfield thereof with multiple years of research experience.
• Ability to teach genetics, biochemistry, and molecular biology to undergraduates in lab.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct grant-funded research including C. elegans genetics, biochemistry, recombinant DNA, microscopy, and -omics; contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Train and oversee undergraduate researchers in lab techniques and data presentation.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in biology or subfield

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Photoshop

epifluorescence microscopes

gel electrophoresis

RNA isolation systems

PCR machines

autoclaves

Apple computers

Windows PCs

protein purification systems

Job description

Post Doctoral Associate (Rongo Lab)

Position Details

Department: Waksman Institute of Microbiology

Salary: 68000

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:

• 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

This position will support research in an externally funded program investigating neuronal stress responses and the hypoxia-response. The Rongo laboratory within the Waksman Institute, joint with the Department of Genetics, conducts molecular, genetic, cell biological, and biochemical research on questions related to nervous system function and hypoxic stress response. An individual is needed who can conduct research on questions related to how organisms respond to hypoxic stress and nervous system function using the model organism C. elegans. The individual will report directly to the laboratory Principle Investigator (PI).

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• 85 % 1. Conduct grant-funded research as directed by the PI (Dr. Rongo). This research will include performing C. elegans genetic analysis, biochemical experiments, recombinant DNA techniques, phenotypic analysis, epifluorescence microscopy, confocal microscopy, high throughput genomics, high throughput proteomics (e.g., mass spectrometry), and high throughput metabolomics. It is expected that the research findings will be published, with the individual contributing to the writing and production of the resulting manuscript. It is expected that the research findings will be provided as preliminary data for grant proposals, with the individual contributing to the writing and production of such proposals.
• 15 % 2. Train and oversee undergraduate researchers within the lab on related projects. This training will include showing undergraduates the methodologies of C. elegans husbandry and genetics, recombinant DNA techniques, protein biochemistry, microscopy, high throughput genomics and analysis, PowerPoint oral presentation of data, poster presentation of data, proper record and notebook keeping, and basic laboratory techniques. It is expected that trained students will have clear guidance and training on projects, and that they will grow towards independence under this mentorship.

Position Status: Full Time

Posting Number: 26FA0874

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in biology or subfield thereof (e.g., genetics, biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, cell biology, neurobiology), multiple years of relevant research experience in academia, and experience mentoring and teaching students. An education in the life sciences is required in order for the individual to effectively teach genetics, biochemistry, and molecular biology to undergraduates in the lab setting. The research projects cover a large span of life science topics and technical approaches, including genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, neurobiology, and molecular biology.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and should be able to effectively communicate science to a variety of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with C. elegans genetics, experience studying the hypoxia response pathway, experience studying nervous system function and development, experience studying metabolism, experience studying transcriptional and translational responses and regulation, experience with training undergraduates in a laboratory setting.

Equipment Utilized: Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop. Must be familiar with epifluorescence microscopes, gel electrophoresis, RNA isolation systems, PCR machines, autoclaves, Apple computers, Windows PC's, electrophoresis equipment, and protein purification systems (e.g., tissue homogenization and chromatography).

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.

Posting Details

Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Location Details: Waksman Institute of Microbiology, 190 Frelinghuysen Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Pre-employment Screening

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.

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