Postdoctoral Associate

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Mar 31, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Postdoctoral Associate
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department	NJMS-Cell Biology & Molecular Med
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the Cell Biology and Molecular Medicine Department within the New Jersey Medical School. Under the direction of the principal investigator, the Post Doctoral Associate conducts highly specialized and technical research involving animal models of cardiovascular disease. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Works with primary isolated cells, cell/tissue culture, and transgenic mouse models of cardiovascular disease; conducting immunofluorescence microscopy, western blotting, and other molecular techniques. Designs, executes, and analyzes in vitro and in vivo studies of cardiovascular disease. Responsible for keeping detailed records of procedures and experiments in laboratory notebook. Compiles data, make necessary calculations, presents results at national conferences, and publish the results on high impact journals. Develops own research project(s) under the guidance of the PI. Instructs and trains students, technicians and laboratory assistants as required. Performs genetic matings to generate animal models of heart disease. Performs duties relating to animal care, including but not limited to breeding and maintenance of mouse colonies, and manipulation of animals according to approved experimental and institutional protocols (ex. injections, phlebotomy, surgery and euthanization).
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade
Position Salary	$63967.00
Annual Minimum Salary
Annual Mid Range Salary
Annual Maximum Salary
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Post Docs - Regular Salaried
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cellular & Molecular Physiology, Pharmacology, or an equivalent field.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications	Expertise in cardiovascular research is desired.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMAND: This position involves prolonged standing, walking and sitting, as well as use of laboratory equipment. Must perform complex procedures and demonstrate manual dexterity. Some stooping, reaching, climbing and bending. Occasional lifting of 20 pounds to a height of 6 feet. Hearing and speech capabilities necessary to communicate with other researchers and staff in person, on the telephone and by e-mail. Vision capable of viewing gauges, computer monitors, charts, forms, text and numbers for prolonged periods. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Must be available to work flexible hours, including overtime on short notice and possible weekends and holidays to meet strict deadlines.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0680
Posting Open Date	03/31/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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