Rutgers University
Position Details
Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The role is within the Psychopathology and Interpersonal Functioning Lab, led by Dr. Nicole Cain. The final salary offer may be determined by factors including qualifications, experience, expertise, and funding availability. Rutgers aims to offer competitive and flexible compensation packages. Benefits
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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit the benefits overview:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Posting Summary
The Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers seeks to hire a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Psychopathology and Interpersonal Functioning Lab, led by Dr. Nicole Cain. The lab focuses on how interpersonal experiences influence maladaptive behaviors and outcomes. We leverage smartphone-based real-time monitoring to study proximal risk related to interpersonal dysfunction, such as the relationship between momentary social disconnection and suicidal ideation in daily life. The postdoc will gain experience in clinical research methods, with involvement in projects on interpersonal functioning, personality pathology, and suicide risk. The postdoc is expected to actively engage in writing manuscripts and grants to advance the lab’s aims and their own independent line of research. Rutgers postdocs have access to training and scholarly activities (clinical and research seminars, lab meetings, case conferences, advanced diagnostic training). Clinical supervision can be provided for licensure requirements. Position Status
Full Time Posting Details
Posting Number: 25FA0369 Posting Open Date: TBA Posting Close Date: 01/05/2026 Posting Instructions
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the contact information (names, emails) for three references to Dr. Nicole Cain (nicole.cain@rutgers.edu). Posting Link & Location
Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/248432 Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus: Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City: Piscataway State: NJ Pre-employment & Compliance
Pre-employment screenings: All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization: The university may require proof of vaccination for Seasonal Influenza during Flu Season, unless exempted for medical or religious reasons. Other infection control policies may apply. Vaccination proof or exemptions are tied to offer rescission or disciplinary action up to termination if not provided as required. Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity
Rutgers University provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected category. For more details see the Non-Discrimination Statement: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The role is within the Psychopathology and Interpersonal Functioning Lab, led by Dr. Nicole Cain. The final salary offer may be determined by factors including qualifications, experience, expertise, and funding availability. Rutgers aims to offer competitive and flexible compensation packages. Benefits
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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit the benefits overview:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Posting Summary
The Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers seeks to hire a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Psychopathology and Interpersonal Functioning Lab, led by Dr. Nicole Cain. The lab focuses on how interpersonal experiences influence maladaptive behaviors and outcomes. We leverage smartphone-based real-time monitoring to study proximal risk related to interpersonal dysfunction, such as the relationship between momentary social disconnection and suicidal ideation in daily life. The postdoc will gain experience in clinical research methods, with involvement in projects on interpersonal functioning, personality pathology, and suicide risk. The postdoc is expected to actively engage in writing manuscripts and grants to advance the lab’s aims and their own independent line of research. Rutgers postdocs have access to training and scholarly activities (clinical and research seminars, lab meetings, case conferences, advanced diagnostic training). Clinical supervision can be provided for licensure requirements. Position Status
Full Time Posting Details
Posting Number: 25FA0369 Posting Open Date: TBA Posting Close Date: 01/05/2026 Posting Instructions
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the contact information (names, emails) for three references to Dr. Nicole Cain (nicole.cain@rutgers.edu). Posting Link & Location
Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/248432 Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus: Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City: Piscataway State: NJ Pre-employment & Compliance
Pre-employment screenings: All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization: The university may require proof of vaccination for Seasonal Influenza during Flu Season, unless exempted for medical or religious reasons. Other infection control policies may apply. Vaccination proof or exemptions are tied to offer rescission or disciplinary action up to termination if not provided as required. Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity
Rutgers University provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected category. For more details see the Non-Discrimination Statement: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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