Research Associate

TopSciNet; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Prescription coverage

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Educational benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Fei Lab at Rutgers University is seeking a Research Associate with expertise in eukaryotic gene regulation and chromatin biology. The role involves contributing to ongoing research on molecular mechanisms of gene expression and chromatin function.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative environment that offers mentoring and professional development support, including an Individual Development Plan and opportunities to publish findings.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field.
• At least four years of relevant research experience.
• Strong background in gene regulation, epigenetics, cellular and molecular biology, and biochemistry.
• Multiple publications as main author in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to ongoing research on molecular mechanisms of gene expression and chromatin function.
• Participate in mentoring and professional development via an Individual Development Plan.

Skills

Gene regulation

Epigenetics

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Publications as main author

Education

PhD or MD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field

Tools

ChIP-seq

ATAC-seq

Cut & Run

Job description

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey New Brunswick, NJ — USA

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey New Brunswick, NJ USA Posted Nov 06, 2025 Due Nov 04, 2026

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Job Description

Position: Research Associate – Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $85,588 per year
Location: Nelson Labs, Busch Campus, Rutgers University-New Brunswick, Piscataway, NJ
Application Deadline: November 12, 2026
Category: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Overview:
The Fei Lab at Rutgers University is seeking a Research Associate with expertise in eukaryotic gene regulation and chromatin biology. The role involves contributing to ongoing research projects exploring molecular mechanisms of gene expression and chromatin function. The position provides an excellent research environment with mentoring and professional development support, including an Individual Development Plan. More information about the lab can be found here .

Requirements:

PhD or MD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.

At least four years of relevant research experience.

Strong background in gene regulation, epigenetics, cellular and molecular biology, and biochemistry.

Multiple publications as main author in relevant areas.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with epigenomic assays (ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq, Cut & Run, etc.) is a plus, though training opportunities are available.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs

Retirement benefits and voluntary savings options

Life insurance coverage

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Employee discount programs

Additional Notes:

Salary may vary based on qualifications, experience, and funding availability.

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