Postdoctoral Associate; Singson

Postdoctoral Associate (Singson)

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title
- Postdoctoral Associate (Singson)

Department
- Waksman Institute of Microbiol

Salary Details - $63,968.00

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
- The Singson laboratory at the Waksman Institute of Microbiology is seeking a postdoctoral associate to participate in our studies of reproductive biology in the

C.elegans model system. Specifically, the candidate will contribute to our fertilization synapse, sperm activation, and sperm mitochondria dynamics projects.

Experience with

C.elegans genetics, reproduction, cell biology are required. Further, experience with protein-protein interaction methods like the split ubiquitin yeast-two hybrid method and SIMmicroscopy training will be needed. The individual will report directly to the laboratory Principle Investigator (PI). The scope of the work is primarily as a member of the Singson Lab research time. However scientific interactions at the Waksman Institute, Department of Genetics, and other relevant units will be required as the research progresses.

Position Status
- Full Time

Posting Number - 26FA0362

Posting Open Date

Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
- This position requires a PhD or equivalent and experience with the

C. elegans model system.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- This position requires a PhD or equivalent and experience with the

C. elegans model system.

Preferred Qualifications
- Skills and experience in forward and reverse genetics as well as protein-protein interaction studies will be important to support the ongoing research in the lab.

Equipment Utilized
- Experience with modern microscopy including the use of stereo microscopes, compound microscopes, confocal microscopy and modern super resolution microscopy.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview
- The position requires being able to design and carry out experiments with the

C. elegans model system as well as other experimental systems in the lab such as yeast two hybrid protein-protein interaction methods. The candidate should be able to work unsupervised day-to-day, but in consultation with the primary investigator for long term goals of the research. The candidate should also be able to professionally communicate and justify experimental approaches and results in both oral and written form.

Any manuscripts for publication will be corresponded by the candidate.

Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Campus
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus
- Rutgers University
- New Brunswick

City
- Piscataway

State - NJ

Location Details
- Waksman Institute of Microbiology, 190 Frelinghuysen Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854

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