Postdoctoral Associate

Position Summary:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate within Cancer Pharmacology at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.

The primary purpose of the Postdoctoral Associate position is to conduct research investigation into the characterization of oncogenic and tumor suppressor enhancer regions, as well as on the dissection of the interplay between metabolism and epigenetics in T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (T-ALL) using mouse models under the supervision of the Principal Investigator. The Postdoctoral Associate also performs research, experiments, and laboratory techniques of a specialized nature under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator. Additionally, the Postdoctoral Associate drafts written reports for inclusion in manuscripts and grant proposals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Conducts research experiments to understand the role and mechanisms of oncogenic and tumor suppressor enhancers as well as the interplay between metabolism and epigenetics to unveil new therapeutic strategies.
• Being able to effectively work with mouse models in vivo and perform FACS analyses.
• Prepares written reports of the research experiments.
• Prepares grant proposals based on the research conducted.
• Gives oral presentations of the research.
• Assists with instructing and training students, fellows, lower-level professionals, and technicians in laboratory techniques, instrumentation, etc., to develop the skills necessary to perform required functions.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a relevant science, finishing their training (following their residency and/or fellowship), who wish to prepare for careers in academic medicine.
• Consideration for interview will also be given to applicants who are completing their Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a relevant science, or training (following their residency and/or fellowship). Documentation of completion of the Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a relevant science, or training (following their residency and/or fellowship), must be provided prior to the commencement of employment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Laboratory environment. Moderate noise.
• Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs, and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases. Universal precautions are mandatory.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals.