Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Post-Doctoral Associate

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department
NJMS - Psychiatry

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate in the Department of Psychiatry within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS).

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate will work at the Department of Psychiatry of Rutgers Health NJMS. This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of aging, cognition, and sociocultural determinants of health involving Latino aging cohorts; and to work with exercise intervention, with a particular focus on menopause research and women's brain health. Postdoctoral Associate will play a key role in ongoing clinical trial on exercise research and developing studies investigating the interplay between longitudinal cognitive outcomes, neuroimaging and vascular risk factors using US big data.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Participate in lab meetings, research-in-progress seminars, data analysis, and presentations at conferences. Participate in the ACTIVE-BrainWoMen Trial data collection management, prepare manuscripts based on the lab research, aid in developing the PI's grant applications, and will be expected to apply for personal grant funding.
• Participate in the development of performance standards, selection of methodology, and coordination of the analytical and procedural functions with the research areas to ensure conformance with the goals and objectives of the department.
• Under supervision, assist in the conducting of a continuous program of research and development regarding the analytical and instrumentation functions of the laboratory, participate in the evaluation of the existing procedures, suggest revisions where necessary, and propose new procedures where required.
• As requested, assist in the implementation of the programs and projects in special areas of interest to the department.
• Understands and adheres to Rutgers's compliance standards as they appear in Rutgers Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers' regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
20,000

Mid Range Salary
90,000

Maximum Salary
200,000

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

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours
37.5

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

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

• PhD or MD in Health Sciences, Data Science/Informatics, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Public Health, or related discipline.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience working with human subject research, health science, technology and data science with strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate research findings to both academic and non-academic audiences.
• Proficiency with standard office and data tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, coding (R or Python), reference managers).
• Experience demonstrating solid judgment, organizational, planning, coordination, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Candidate will be trained on Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
• Be self-motivated and innovative with the ability to handle considerable and varied responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively and represent the university knowledgeably, articulately, and enthusiastically with an effective professional demeanor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with intervention and neuroimaging is desirable.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift at least 40lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers, printers, and light traffic).
• Must be able to work and cooperate with a broad spectrum of staff and public.
• The study assessments may occur at Rutgers University - Newark at the Behavioral Health Sciences Building or at the participant's home in the community.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST1773

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Newark (RBHS)

City
Newark

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.