Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Postdoctoral Associate

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department
RBHS

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Human Microbiome Laboratory at the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine (CABM), located on the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) campus in Piscataway, New Jersey. The Human Microbiome Laboratory seeks to understand the role of the microbiome in human health, with a focus on early-life effects and mechanisms underlying disease development.

The primary purpose of the Postdoctoral Associate is to conduct research on microbiome characteristics in humans and animal models. The project will involve experimental procedures to permit biochemical examinations of specimens and tissues, performed by the Postdoctoral Associate or by others in the research group, or by collaborators in other groups. The project may also involve the use and development of software programs for analysis of multi-dimensional metagenomic, transcriptomic, and metatranscriptomic data. The Postdoctoral Associate will participate in the configuration and maintenance of databases necessary for conduct of the project. It is expected that research will lead to publications. The Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to prepare manuscripts as well as contribute to the preparation of grant and fellowship applications. The Postdoctoral Associate will also be expected to present research findings and guide the research project of undergraduate research assistants.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Conduct longitudinal experiments in laboratory animals, involving multiple experimental groups, including specimen collection during life or sacrifice, and the transfer of biological materials to other animals, in support of microbiome research.
• Conduct biochemical procedures for extraction of proteins, hormones, nucleic acids from bio-specimens, and preparation of libraries for high-throughput sequencing.
• Carry out informatic analyses of metagenomic, transcriptomic, and metatranscriptomic data, with the goal of defining populations, individual taxa, genes, pathways and transcripts in body secretions and excreta, as well as host transcriptional responses.
• Participate in the configuration and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and equipment, including computers, necessary for conduct of the project.
• Prepare scientific manuscripts for publication, and contribute to the preparation of research grant and fellowship applications.
• Present research findings at laboratory and department meetings, as well as at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate effectively with other members of the laboratory, including guiding the research projects of undergraduate research assistants as appropriate.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade

Salary Details
A minimum of $63,968 for calendar year appointments

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

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift
Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

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

• Ph.D. in Microbial Biology or a related science is required.
• Ph.D. candidates in All-But-Degree (ABD) status will also be considered.
• Prior productivity in microbiome research and computational analysis must be demonstrated.
• Experience is required with standard microbiome molecular biology techniques, mouse handling and tissue collection, nucleic acid purification, and biochemical analyses.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The candidate is expected to be proficient in spoken and written English.

Preferred Qualifications

• A background in human microbiome research, with a focus on early-life effects and mechanisms underlying disease development is preferred.
• Previous experience with microbiome metagenome and network analyses, DNA quantitation, and computational analyses and working with experimental animal samples is also preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing, sitting, walking, talking, seeing, and hearing. Manual dexterity and vision sufficient for standard laboratory operations including pipetting and use of microscopes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT;

Lab environment. Universal precautions are mandatory.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST1130

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Piscataway (RBHS)

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.