Post-Doctoral Associate

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Applications must include: (1) a cover letter, (2) resume/CV, (3) name and contact information for three references, (4) a research statement outlining current and future research interests.

Recruitment/Posting Title

Recruitment/Posting Title Post-Doctoral Associate

Department

Department Biology

Salary Details

Salary Details The minimum starting 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.

• 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

Rutgers University-Camden, the School of Arts & Sciences, Department of Biology, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate, in the laboratory of Dr. Maria

E. Solesio. The research will focus on elucidating the mechanisms driving mitochondria to dysfunction and failure in neurodegeneration and aging, using cellular models. Successful candidates will participate in the initiation of the different research projects available in the laboratory and are expected to independently conduct their own research project.
If you have any questions about this position or the department, please contact Dr. Maria Solesio m.solesio.

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number 26FA0693

Posting Open Date 07/29/2026

Posting Close Date

Minimum Education and Experience

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in cell biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, pharmacology or related fields.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Preferably applicants should have obtained their Ph.D. within the last 2 years. Experience in mitochondria and/or neuroscience and/or aging (or related biomedical disciplines) is highly desired, as well as knowledge of basic cell biology, biochemistry and microscopy techniques. The candidate must be self-motivated and hard-working and demonstrate evidence of prior research productivity.

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.

The School of Arts and Sciences are the largest academic unit at Rutgers–Camden, delivering a wide array of degree programs at the baccalaureate,…