Post Doctoral Associate

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Post Doctoral Associate Department Biology Salary Details The minimum anticipated salary for this position is $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

Rutgers University-Camden, the Faculty of Art & Sciences, Department of Biology invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate position.

This position is for one-year, fully supported by grants, and is renewable based on continuing funding.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is interested in mechanisms of plant developmental biology and plant stress tolerance. The successful candidate will use a combination of molecular, genetic, cellular and biochemical approaches to study the molecular mechanism of how stomatal development is regulated by abiotic stresses. They will participate in the initiation of the different research projects available in the laboratory and are expected to independently conduct their own research project of basic cell biology and bioinformatics.

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in plant biology, biochemistry, or related fields. Experience in plant biology, molecular biology, and/or biochemistry is highly desired, as well as knowledge of basic cell biology and bioinformatics.

If you have any questions about this position or the department, please contact Dr. Xingyun Qi .

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0395 Posting Open Date 04/24/2026 Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Ph.D. in plant biology, biochemistry, or related fields. Preferably applicants should have obtained their Ph.D. within the last 2 years. Experience in plant biology, molecular biology, and/or biochemistry is highly desired, as well as knowledge of basic cell biology and bioinformatics.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview

Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach.

A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities.

Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

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