About the role
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Post-Doc Ellison Lab
Department
Human Genetics Institute of NJ
Salary Details
63,968
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
26FA0678
Posting Open Date
07/16/2026
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.
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
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
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Posting Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/278902
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
Required Documents
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Optional Documents
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