Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Postdoctoral Associate |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
RWJ - Medicine Nephrology |
| 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 department of Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Under the direction of Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate will transfer existing
IRB protocols to Rutgers, obtain and maintain regulatory approval, identify and consent participants, oversee data entry, and coordinate with other sites. The post doc will also present at monthly multisite meetings including collating and presenting data from participants. The post doc will contribute to writing manuscripts from this project and help with grant applications. Working closely with the PI, the postdoc will also have opportunity to participate and lead other projects in the PIs group. The position also includes mentorship and supervision of trainees and research staff, and active participation in the academic mission of the division.
The position offers a highly collaborative, intellectually dynamic environment with strong mentorship and a clear path toward scientific independence, including opportunities to develop first-author publications and pursue independent funding to embark on an academic career in the area of nephrology. This position is ideally suited for candidates with strong interpersonal and analytical skills. Clinical and basic science knowledge is an additional benefit that will help candidate succeed.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Obtain and maintain regulatory approval.
- Set up screening algorithms to identify eligible participants.
- Recruit participants, collect/ process samples.
- Design data collection tools (e.g., redcap).
- Present at monthly multisite meeting.
- Drive scientific discovery through active involvement in data interpretation, hypothesis generation, and experimental design.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
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| Salary Details |
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| 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
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours |
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| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Union Description |
Post Docs - Regular Salaried |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- PhD, MD, or doctoral equivalent in a relevant science required.
- Candidates in ABD (all but degree) status will also be considered.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform job duties.
- Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Statistical coding skills (e.g., STATA, R) are also desirable.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
- Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking, seeing, and hearing. Lifting up to 40 lbs.
- Work Environment: Laboratory (BSL2+), clinical, and office environment.
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST1673 |
| Posting Open Date |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Downtown New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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.
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