Research Associate - Ellison Lab

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University-New Brunswick campus in Piscataway, NJ is seeking a Research Associate to act as a project manager for the Ellison and Brand labs. The role involves performing laboratory and computational experiments, mentoring students and trainees, and contributing to manuscripts.

The position emphasizes conducting experiments, analyzing data, and writing to publish findings while supporting ongoing research aims across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• PhD is required along with knowledge of molecular biology, computer programming, statistical analysis and genome evolution.
• Mentoring experience is also required.

Responsibilities

• Act as a project manager for the Ellison and Brand labs, performing lab and computational experiments.
• Write and/or contribute to scientific manuscripts and mentor students and trainees.
• Perform experiments and data analysis to achieve research aims and publish findings.

Skills

Molecular biology

Computer programming

Statistical analysis

Genome evolution

Mentoring experience

Education

PhD

Tools

Perl

Python

R

Unix

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Associate - Ellison Lab Department Human Genetics Institute of NJ Salary Details 85,588 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

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 is for a Research Associate who will act as a project manager for the Ellison and Brand labs. Responsibilities include performing laboratory and computational experiments, writing and/or contributing to scientific manuscripts, and mentoring students and trainees. Performing experiments and data analysis in order to achieve research aims. Writing and contributing to scientific manuscripts to publish findings. Mentoring trainees so that they may complete their own research projects.

Position Status

Full Time Posting Number 26FA0695 Posting Open Date 07/01/2026 Posting Close Date 07/15/2027

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

PhD is required along with knowledge of molecular biology, computer programming, statistical analysis and genome evolution. Mentoring experience is also required.

Required

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

PhD is required along with knowledge of molecular biology, computer programming, statistical analysis and genome evolution. Mentoring experience is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized

Standard molecular biology equipment and procedures, fly husbandry, Perl and/or python programming languages, R statistical package and the Unix operating system

Physical Demands and Work Environment

none

Overview Statement

Posting Details

Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details

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

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Applicant Documents

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