Postdoctoral Fellow

Rutgers University
March 18, 2023
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Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non- Laboratory) Department CINJ Cancer Pharmacology Overview

Our vision is to be a statewide, national and world leader of scientific discovery, transdisciplinary engagement, translation, patient care and education that improves outcomes for cancer patients and populations.

We will accomplish this by conducting innovative basic, clinical and population research and cutting-edge patient-centered care that expands our understanding of the etiology and biology of cancer; facilitates the rapid translation of laboratory-based discoveries into human studies; develops new approaches and interventions for cancer prevention that decrease cancer incidence and mortality; and develops new and better therapies to decrease suffering and mortality from cancer.

Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Caring, Perseverance.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Pharmacology at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey.

A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey to study the role of mTOR kinase in growth control and anticancer mechanisms. Postdoctoral Fellows are expected to establish an innovative, collaborative research program addressing important and fundamental questions. Interdisciplinary and translational approaches are encouraged. Qualified candidates must be a recent recipient of Ph.D. graduate degree or in the process of completing training for Ph.D. graduate degree with a strong publication record and looking to move to the next stage of their training.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

  • Conducts multidisciplinary research in the area of the role of mTOR kinase in growth control and anticancer mechanisms, including in vitro and in vivo models.
  • Prepares written reports of the research experiments.
  • Prepares manuscripts and grant proposals based on the research conducted.
  • Gives oral presentations of the research.
  • Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality.
  • Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 99S Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary Annual Mid Range Salary Annual Maximum Salary Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Non-Union Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

    Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https:// uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https: // finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health- insurance.

    Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility None

    Qualifications

    Minimum Education and Experience

  • Must have first authored publications in high impact scientific journals.
  • Experience with cell culture and molecular/cell biology techniques is essential.
  • Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Recent Ph.D. or in the process of completing training for Ph.D. graduate degree in Biomedical or Life Sciences.
  • Experience with mouse work.
  • Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

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

    WORK ENVIRONMENT: Lab 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.

    Special Conditions

    Posting Details

    Posting Number 22ST3973

    Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

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    Supplemental Questions

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  • Have you first authored publications in relevant high impact scientific journal?
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