Post Doctoral Associate

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Post Doctoral Associate Department Chemical & Biochemical Salary Details 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

Dr. Benjamin Schuster at the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

(Rutgers University, New Brunswick) is seeking applications from qualified individuals for

the position of Postdoctoral Associate to work on a research project starting Summer

2026. The focus of this project is on bioengineering and biophysics of biomolecular

condensates. The PhD scientist will contribute to studies characterizing the material

properties of biomolecular condensates using protein engineering and biophysics

approaches. The candidate should ideally have a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering,

Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or other related disciplines and research

experience working with recombinant protein expression and purification, molecular

biology, and biophysical assays. Background in intrinsically disordered proteins,

fluorescence/confocal microscopy, quantitative image analysis, rheology, and

bioconjugate chemistry is preferred. The individual will report directly to the Principal

Investigator. The candidate will be expected to contribute original research and data

analysis for publication and grant applications. The candidate will be expected to train

and oversee undergraduate and graduate researchers within the lab on related projects.

The individual will also be expected to participate in the preparation of grants, fellowships, and

manuscripts, and give public presentations. The candidate should have strong

communication skills, work ethic, and competency for working on highly interdisciplinary

projects. This is a 1-year appointment that can be renewed based on applicant

performance and availability of grant funds.

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0580 Posting Open Date 06/05/2026 Posting Close Date 06/19/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

The candidate should have a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering,

Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or other related disciplines. This should include at least 4

years of lab experience.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The candidate should have research experience working with recombinant protein

expression and purification, molecular biology, and biophysical assays. Background in

intrinsically disordered proteins, fluorescence/confocal microscopy, quantitative image

analysis, rheology, and bioconjugate chemistry are preferred.

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized

Laboratory environment. Universal precautions are mandatory.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Ability to use computing resources and perform bench-laboratory experiments.

Overview Statement

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race,

creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national

origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, military status or

any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background

and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally

protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training,

compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions

of employment.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details

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