Post Doctoral Associate; Zander Lab

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting

Title:

Post Doctoral Associate (Zander Lab)

Department: Waksman Institute of Microbiology

Salary: $63,968.00 (USD)

Salary Details: 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• 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
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

Posting

Summary:

The Zander laboratory at the Waksman Institute of Microbiology looks for an individual that investigates stimulus-induced 3D epigenome reprogramming in crop and medicinal plant species. Furthermore, the individual will develop cistrome mapping tools for various plant species. Research is carried out in the Zander laboratory, that conducts molecular, genetic and (epi) genomic research to better understand the role of transcription factors and the epigenome dynamics.

The individual is needed to conduct research on questions related to transcription factor DNA-driven 3D epigenome dynamics in immune responses. By using genetic, genomic and biochemical methods, the individual will identify/analyze/characterize molecular determinants for chromatin looping in plants. The individual will report directly to the laboratory Principal Investigator (PI).

Position Status: Full Time

Posting Number: 25FA0903

Minimum

Education and Experience:

• Requires a doctorate in biochemistry, molecular biology, or an allied field.

Certifications/Licenses: N/A

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth understanding and hands‑on experience in preparation and analysis of proteins, nucleic acids, and complexes thereof.
• In-depth understanding and hands‑on experience in molecular cloning and sequencing.
• Experience in handling various genomic datasets.
• Effective spoken and written English required.
• High level of computer literacy required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• In-depth understanding and hands‑on experience in RNA‑seq and ChIP‑seq sample preparation, data collection, and data processing, preferred.

Average to above-average levels of mobility expected for laboratory environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities (90 %):

• Conduct grant‑funded research as directed by the PI (Dr. Zander). This research will include performing genetic, (epi) genomics, and proteomic analyses in crop and medicinal plant species. It is expected that the research findings will be published, with the individual contributing to the writing and production of the resulting manuscript. It is expected that the research findings will be provided as preliminary data for grant proposals, with the individual contributing to the writing and production of such proposals as well as the presentation of results at scientific meetings.
• Train and oversee undergraduate researchers within the lab on related projects. This training will include showing undergraduates the methodologies of Arabidopsis genetics, genomics, recombinant DNA techniques, protein biochemistry, microscopy, high throughput proteomics, PowerPoint oral presentation of data, poster presentation of data, proper record and notebook keeping, and basic laboratory techniques. It is expected that trained students will have clear guidance and training on projects, and that they will grow toward independence under this mentorship.

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