Postdoctoral Associate

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Associate Job Category Staff & Executive
- Healthcare Department NJMS
- Microbiology 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 in the Department of Microbiology, Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS).

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator the Post doctoral Associate will perform research. The Altindis Lab studies viral insulin/IGF‑1‑like peptides (VILPs) - sequences encoded by viruses that mimic human insulin and IGF‑1. We investigate how VILPs interact with and inhibit the human IGF‑1 receptor (IGF1R) with high specificity, without affecting the insulin receptor. Using structural biology (cryoEM), proximity labeling (TurboID), phosphoproteomics, and mouse models (including bGHTg acromegaly mice and breast cancer xenografts), we aim to uncover fundamental mechanisms of IGF1R antagonism and develop peptide‑based inhibitors for diseases such as cancer and diabetic complications.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

* Performs independent research involving cell culture, receptor signaling assays, in vivo mouse models, and molecular biology techniques under the PI's guidance.

* Meets with the principal investigator to establish goals and objectives for VILP-related projects

* Communicates regularly with the P.I.

* Maintains detailed and accurate experimental records.

* Supervises and trains subordinate staff.

* Reads current scientific and technical literature relevant to the laboratory's mission.

FLSA Exempt Grade Salary Details 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

Position Status Full Time Working Hours…