"Postdoctoral Associate, Multiple Vacancies"

Position Summary:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the Child Health Institute of NJ at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of Principal Investigator, the Postdoc(s) will be responsible for the design, analysis, interpretation and presentation of experiments regarding the study of molecular mechanisms of the regulation of synaptic transmission in mammalian brain and human neurons derived from human tissue. In addition, the postdoc(s) should have a strong background in neuroscience and/or cell biology and be able to perform molecular, cellular and/or electro-physiological experiments.

The postdoc(s) will participate in lab meetings, research in progress seminars, and presentations at conferences. They will prepare manuscripts based on their research, aid in developing the PI's grant applications, and will be expected to apply for personal grant funding.

As part of their career development to transition to the next phase of their career, the applicant(s) will be trained in improving their experimental design skills and their oral and written presentation skills. Multiple resources for career development to aid with these requirements will be provided by the PI and the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Design, perform and analyze molecular biology, cell biology, and in vivo behavioral experiments.
• Generation of lentiviral vector for in vivo or in vitro gene delivery; primary neuronal culture; human fibroblast and pluripotent stem cell culture.
• Compile and analyze data with appropriate conclusions and recommendations in support of further CHI research.
• Communicate with the PI and present the data in a timely manner.
• Keep up to date on the relevant literature in both peer-reviewed and preprint form and assist the PI in preparation of manuscripts and grant applications relevant to own experimental work.
• Assist with the instruction and training of students (undergraduate and graduate) in laboratory techniques and procedures in the area of cellular and molecular analysis to carry out research assignments.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Qualified candidate(s) must hold a PhD or MD degree in Neuroscience or relevant biological sciences.
• Prior experience with cell culture, biochemistry, and cell imaging techniques are required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment.
• Must be able to perform laboratory research.
• Some lifting may be required: such as office supplies, files, or light boxes up to 25 pounds.
• Walking, standing, sitting is required.

Work Environment:

• Must pass employee health clearance, TB Test and required safety training.
• Must follow all safety precautions in laboratory, as required.

Salary:

Salary based on exp; min base salary: $63,968

Posting Number:

25ST1953