Postdoctoral Fellow: Plant Genomics & Epigenomics

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 57,571 - 70,364; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Employee educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

A distinguished educational institution in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Post Doctoral Associate to conduct research on powdery mildew resistance in hemp and optimize genomic editing platforms. Key responsibilities include conducting grant-funded research and training undergraduate researchers in various laboratory techniques. Applicants should possess a PhD in relevant fields, with a strong understanding of molecular biology. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental coverage, and educational benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires a doctorate in plant biochemistry, molecular biology, or an allied field.
• Experience in molecular cloning and sequencing.
• High level of computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct grant-funded research as directed by the PI.
• Train and oversee undergraduate researchers.

Skills

In-depth understanding and hands-on experience with proteins, nucleic acids, and complexes.

Experience in molecular cloning and sequencing.

Knowledge of genomic tools (sample preparation, data collection, and processing).

Effective spoken and written English.

High level of computer literacy.

Ability to navigate complex scientific research and manage a diverse research team.

Education

Doctorate in plant biochemistry, molecular biology, or an allied field

Job description

A distinguished educational institution in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Post Doctoral Associate to conduct research on powdery mildew resistance in hemp and optimize genomic editing platforms. Key responsibilities include conducting grant-funded research and training undergraduate researchers in various laboratory techniques. Applicants should possess a PhD in relevant fields, with a strong understanding of molecular biology. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental coverage, and educational benefits.