Postdoctoral Associate, Multiple Vacancies
Listed on 2026-08-03
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Education / Teaching
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Postdoctoral Associate, Multiple Vacancies
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The Postdoctoral Research Associate works independently on research projects, with supervision from a Research Mentor, and on developing teaching skills, with supervision from a Teaching Mentor, to support the general functioning of their biomedical research laboratory, and to fulfill the research and teaching requirements of the Rutgers INSPIRE Postdoctoral Training Program.
Eligible applicants must apply to the program and receive approval from the INSPIRE Admissions Committee. Application and eligibility information can be found on the INSPIRE website.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Does biomedical research with Research mentor, and publishes the findings, in support of developing an independent academic research career.
- Works with a Teaching Mentor at INSPIRE Partner School to teach and mentor undergraduate student, in support of developing an independent academic research career.
FLSA
- Exempt
Grade
Salary Details
Minimum Salary - 20,000
Mid Range Salary - 90,000
Maximum Salary - 200,000
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
Standard Hours - 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
- This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description
- Post Docs
- Regular Salaried
Payroll Designation
- People Soft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
- Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility - ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related discipline required. Candidates in ABD (all but degree) status will also be considered.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must be comfortable working with other people and interacting with people at different stages of their career. Must have good communication skills, including the ability to bring concerns to the attention of the INSPIRE Program as they arise.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Work Environment:
Laboratory environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number - 26ST1572
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
- Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
- Piscataway (RBHS)
City
- Piscataway
State - NJ
Location Details
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