Postdoctoral Associate - Stock Lab

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

Job summary

A leading health organization in New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the Stock Lab at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences. The role involves advanced research in molecular biology and biochemistry, focusing on carbohydrate utilization in Bacteroides. Candidates with a Ph.D. in a related field and expertise in microbiology are encouraged to apply for this full-time position with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Paid vacation

Retirement benefits

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biological chemistry or microbiology is required.
• Experience with microbiology and structural biology is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform experimental research on regulation of gene expression.
• Conduct genomic scale analyses in Bacteroides.
• Develop expression and purification protocols for HTCS proteins.

Skills

Technical expertise in biochemistry

Molecular biology skills

Education

Ph.D. in bioscience discipline

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

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.

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.

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Postdoctoral Associate - Stock Lab
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	RWJ-CABM
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Stock Lab for the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine (CABM) within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS). The primary purpose of the Postdoctoral Associate is to perform investigations on regulation of utilization of dietary fiber and host glycans by Hybrid Two-Component System (HTCS) transcription factors in Bacteroides. Projects include identifying the genes regulated by each of the 32 different HTCS transcription factors in B. thetaiotaomicron; identifying regulatory networks for preferential utilization of different glycans; understanding mechanisms for coordinated expression of multiple sets of genes required for utilization of different carbohydrates found within a single fiber; and structural characterization of HTCS proteins. The research will involve both cellular and in vitro studies. Molecular biology and biochemistry skills are required. Experience with microbiology (cell culture and molecular genetics), transcriptomics, protein expression and purification, and familiarity with structural analysis are advantageous. A commitment to conducting rigorous and reproducible research and documenting experimental results is essential. In addition to experimental research and contributions to maintaining the laboratory, the Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to prepare manuscripts for publication, present research at local and national meetings, and contribute to grant applications and reporting. The Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to collaborate effectively with other members of the laboratory and will have an opportunity to guide undergraduate researchers. The ability to communicate effectively with the Principal Investigator and other laboratory members is essential. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Perform experimental research on regulation of gene expression by Hybrid-Two-Component Systems (HTCSs) in Bacteroides. Use molecular biology and molecular genetic techniques to engineer plasmids and strains to investigate regulation of gene expression by HTCSs. Conduct genomic scale analyses of gene regulation in Bacteroides. Develop expression systems and purification protocols for production of high-quality HTCS proteins and domain constructs for biochemical and structural analyses. Maintain detailed, organized and accessible records of experimental work (includes: design, protocols, results, and conclusions). Design, conduct, and interpret experiments with a high degree of independence. Contribute to developing new directions of investigations, informed by experimental results and knowledge of the field. Become familiar with the field of HTCSs, stay abreast of new developments in the carbohydrate utilization field and advances in investigations of Bacteroides through reading literature. Present research progress at regularly scheduled laboratory group meetings and keep the Principal Investigator informed of research activities on a regular basis.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade
Salary Details	A minimum of $61,805 for calendar year appointments
Minimum Salary	20,000
Mid Range Salary	90,000
Maximum Salary	200,000
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: 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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
Union Description	Post Docs - Regular Salaried
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Ph.D. in bioscience discipline, biological chemistry, microbiology or a related field is required. PhD candidates who meet requirements with All But Degree (ABD) in a bioscience discipline, biological chemistry, microbiology or a related field will be considered.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Technical expertise in biochemistry and molecular biology.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in microbiology, structural biology and/or transcriptomics is desirable.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Typical demands required for laboratory work, including: moving around a laboratory area, manual handling of reagents and small equipment such as pipettes, communicating with colleagues. Manual dexterity and vision sufficient for standard laboratory operations including pipetting, and use of instrumentation including microscopes. WORK ENVIRONMENT; Laboratory environment. Low to moderate noise. Universal safety precautions are mandatory.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1350
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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