Research Associate NTT (Kwan Lab)

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

Job summary

Rutgers University–Keck Center is seeking a Research Associate to support investigations into inner ear regeneration, including managing a mouse breeding colony, tissue sample preparation for immunofluorescence and histology, and stem cell culture modeling in vitro.

The role requires a PhD and expertise in mouse genetics, single cell genomics and chromosome capture, with bioinformatics experience (Python or R) considered a plus.

Qualifications

• PhD required.
• Mouse genetics, single cell genomics and chromosome capture experience required.
• Bioinformatics skills with Python or R are useful.

Skills

Mouse genetics

Single cell genomics

Chromosome capture

Python

R

Bioinformatics

Education

PhD

Tools

Chromium X controller

Confocal microscope

HPC cluster

Job description

Position Details

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Research Associate NTT (Kwan Lab) Department DLS - Keck Center Salary Details Minimum $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

As part of the W.M. Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience, the Kwan Lab is seeking a Research Associate (non tenure track) to support active investigations into inner ear regeneration by performing a range of laboratory responsibilities, including managing and maintaining a mouse breeding colony, collecting and preparing tissue samples for immunofluorescence and histological analysis, and conducting stem cell cultures designed to model and recapitulate inner ear regeneration in vitro.

Position Status

Full Time Posting Number 26FA0452 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience PhD required. Mouse genetics, single cell genomics and chromosome capture exprience required.

Required

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Human stem cell culture, organoid generation, single cell genomics experience and chromosome capture experience. Bioinformatics and skills using Python or R would be useful.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous genomics and mouse experience preferred. Extensive molecular experience preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Chromium X controller, Confocal microscope, high performance computing cluster to run R scripts or Jupyter notebooks.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must be able to perform daily cell culture, mouse weaning, breeding, and genotyping.

Overview

The project will look at how toplogoically associating domains establish cell identity and promote neuronal differentiation.

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

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