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Rutgers University

Post-Doctoral Associate

Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175

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Recruitment/Posting Title

Post Doctoral Associate Job Category

Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department

NJMS-Microbiology

Overview

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), New Jersey's academic health center, takes an integrated approach to education, clinical care, and research to improve human health. RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers focused on cancer, neuroscience, biotechnology, environmental health, and healthcare policy. Our faculty are experienced teachers, clinicians, and scientists advancing medical innovation and patient care. We offer education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and allied health careers. Our facilities are located across New Jersey, including Rutgers University-New Brunswick, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, and Stratford, with clinical partners such as Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and University Hospital in Newark. Rutgers is committed to transforming lives through its community of healers, scientists, and scholars.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, seeks a Post Doctoral Associate in NJMS-Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Molecular Genetics. The lab focuses on characterizing ER-shaping proteins of Plasmodium, their roles in cell biology, and their impact on parasite virulence. The role involves developing inhibitors of parasite kinases as malaria prophylactics using molecular genetics (gene knockouts, CRISPR editing), microscopy, proteomics, protein expression, enzyme assays, and parasite growth studies.

Key duties include:

Conduct scientific research including protein purification, biochemistry, enzymatic assays, tissue culture, cell biology, microscopy, molecular biology, rodent handling, and mosquito dissection under the PI's guidance.

Communicate regularly with the PI.

Maintain detailed experimental records.

Participate and present at journal clubs, seminars, and conferences.

Review current scientific literature relevant to the lab's mission.

Adhere to Rutgers compliance standards as outlined in RBHS policies.

Position Details

Position Status

Full Time Hours Per Week

37.50 FLSA

Exempt Union Description

Post Docs - Regular Salaried Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft Benefits

Comprehensive benefits available. Details at

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 months Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Ph.D. in a related field with peer-reviewed publications, strong training in molecular biology, protein purification, and biochemistry.

Strong work ethic, communication, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.

Preference for candidates with animal-handling experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Standing, sitting, walking, talking, hearing. No special vision requirements. Must lift up to 10 pounds. Work environment includes clinical, office, and laboratory settings with moderate noise.

Posting Details

Posting Number

24ST2377 Open Date

10/08/2024 Location

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), Newark Campus

All employment offers are contingent upon successful pre-employment screenings. Rutgers may require proof of vaccination against Seasonal Influenza during Flu Season unless exempted for medical or religious reasons. Additional safety policies may apply.

Rutgers values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. See

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

for more information.

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