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Rutgers The State University Postdoctoral Fellow in Newark, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Fellow
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
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 Fellow for NJMS- Cell Biology and Molecular Medicine. This position is under the direction of the principal investigator, conducts highly specialized and technical research involving animal models of cardiovascular development.Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Designs, executes, and analyzes in vitro and in vivo studies of cardiovascular development.
  • 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 congenital 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).
  • Works with primary isolated cells, cell/tissue culture, and transgenic mouse models of cardiovascular development; conducting immunofluorescence microscopy, western blotting, and other molecular techniques.
  • Prepares manuscripts, grant proposals, and scientific meeting presentations; participating in weekly lab meeting and monthly research seminars; and supervising research trainees.

Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA Exempt
Grade 99S
Position Salary $61,805.00
Annual Minimum Salary 0.000
Annual Mid Range Salary 0.000
Annual Maximum Salary 0.000
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description AAUP
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
  • Must have a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cellular & Molecular Physiology, Pharmacology, or an equivalent field.
  • Candidates in process of degree will be considered.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Expertise in cardiovascular research is desired.


Preferred Qualifications
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. Must be available to work flexible
hours, including overtime on short notice and possible weekends and holidays to meet strict deadlines.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be available to work flexible hours, including overtime on short notice and some weekends and holidays.
Special Conditions
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST0748
Posting Open Date 03/29/2024
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.

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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, p regnancy, 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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. 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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