Postdoctoral Associate, Multiple Vacancies

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The role involves independent biomedical research under a mentor and teaching responsibilities within the INSPIRE IRACDA program.

Responsibilities include participating in research training, publishing findings, and mentoring undergraduate students. The position is fully on-site and requires a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Eligible applicants must apply to INSPIRE IRACDA program and gain approval from the INSPIRE Admissions Committee.
• Must participate in all INSPIRE IRACDA Fellows' training activities in research, writing, and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biomedical research under a Research mentor and publish findings to develop an independent academic career.
• Collaborate with a Teaching Mentor to teach and mentor undergraduate students within INSPIRE partner schools.

Skills

Biomedical research

Teaching

Independent work

Academic collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related discipline

Job description

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department

RWJ - Pathology Research

Overview

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 Postdoctoral Associate for the department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate works independently on research projects, with supervision from a Research Mentor, and on developing teaching skills, with supervision from a Teaching Mentor, to support the general functioning of their biomedical research laboratory, and to fulfill the research and teaching requirements of the Rutgers IRACDA , INSPIRE Postdoctoral Training Program.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Eligible applicants must apply to the program and receive approval from the INSPIRE Admissions Committee. Application and eligibility information can be found on the INSPIRE website: https://rwjms.rutgers.edu/research/inspire/home.
• Must take part in all of the research, writing and teaching training provided for INSPIRE IRACDA Fellows.
• Must take part in all of the research and teaching evaluation surveys provided for the INSPIRE IRACDA fellows.
• Does biomedical research with Research mentor, and publishes the findings, in support of developing an independent academic research career.
• Works with a Teaching Mentor at INSPIRE Partner School to teach and mentor undergraduate student, in support of developing an independent academic research career.

FLSA

Exempt

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 20,000

Mid Range Salary 90,000

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.

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

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

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

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related discipline?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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