Postdoctoral Associate in Nutritional Sciences

Rutgers The State University

Department: Nutritional Sciences

Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate – Gliniak Lab

Posting Number: 26FA0065

Campus: Rutgers University – New Brunswick (Cook Campus)

City/State: New Brunswick, NJ

Posting Open Date: 01/23/2026

Posting Close Date: 05/15/2026

Position Status: Full-time

Salary: $63,968 (final offer based on qualifications, experience, expertise, and departmental/grant funding)

Overview

A postdoctoral position is available in the lab of Dr. Gliniak in the Department of Nutritional Sciences. The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong communication skills
• A publication record consistent with career level
• Interest in adipose tissue biology and inflammatory bowel disease
• Proficiency in oral and written English

Salary will be commensurate with experience and in accordance with NIH and Rutgers guidelines.

The Gliniak Lab is an interdisciplinary and energetic research group housed on the Cook Campus in New Brunswick, NJ. The research team has access to state-of-the-art facilities in Genomics, Genetics, Proteomics, Confocal and High-Content Imaging, Histopathology, Analytical Chemistry, Flow Cytometry, and more.

This position offers opportunities to interact with members of the Departments of Nutritional Sciences, Food Sciences, and the Institute for Food Nutrition and Health. Rutgers University provides an excellent career development and training environment for postdoctoral researchers. The campus is conveniently located near the cultural and scientific offerings of both NYC and Philadelphia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research related to adipose tissue biology and inflammatory bowel disease
• Utilize techniques including flow cytometry and single-cell RNA sequencing
• Handle and breed mice as required for experiments
• Participate in collaborative research and career development activities

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Nutritional Sciences, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology/Physiology, Biochemical Nutrition, or a related field
• Proficiency in oral and written English
• Computer literacy with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience handling and breeding mice
• Attention to detail and ability to work with advanced lab techniques
• Must have a car and be willing to travel to other campuses if required

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional relevant lab experience

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must complete the online application at Rutgers Job Posting and submit the following documents:

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (with contact information)

Optional Documents:

• Any additional supporting materials

Pre-employment Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings
• Immunization requirements may apply, including proof of seasonal influenza vaccination during Flu Season unless a medical or religious exemption is granted

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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