Postdoctoral Associate

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Associate Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department Cancer Institute of New Jersey Overview

RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES:

VISION:

Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.

MISSION:

Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.

CORE VALUES:

Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge

Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection

Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge

Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions

Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals

Posting Summary

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

The Postdoctoral Associate position focuses on independent laboratory research under the guidance of the Principal Investigator. The lab primarily investigates DNA damage repair mechanisms and cancer development. Key research areas include exploring the role of the Ku70 C-terminal domain and its methylation in DNA damage response, along with the regulatory functions of lysine methyltransferase SETD4. Additionally, the lab aims to uncover new mechanisms associated with bone marrow failure within this methylation context.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Carries out research activities under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI), including data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Assists the PI in ongoing experiments related to DNA damage repair and cancer research, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintains detailed records of experimental procedures and results. Compiles and analyzes data, and presents statistical findings with appropriate conclusions and recommendations relevant to the research.
• Supports the preparation of research manuscripts, reports, grant proposals, and presentations by cleaning, analyzing, and summarizing data.
• Conducts various experimental techniques aligned with the specific requirements of the research projects.
• Assists with training and instructing students, research fellows, technicians, and laboratory assistants as needed.
• Presents research findings through oral presentations at lab meetings, and at national and international conferences.

FLSA Exempt Grade Salary Details Minimum Salary 20,000 Mid Range Salary 90,000 Maximum Salary 200,000 Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidates qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the universitys broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description Post Docs - Regular Salaried Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Ph.D. in cell and molecular biology or a closely related scientific discipline required.
• Consideration to interview will also be given to applicants who are in the process of completing their Ph.D. degree. Documentation of Ph.D. degree completion must be provided prior to commencement of employment.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective oral and written communication skills are required.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively is also essential.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Should have competence in basic cell and molecular biology techniques, including cell culture, cloning, and DNA repair assays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with biostatistics, immunology, microscopy, computational genomics, and experience with mouse models are advantageous but not mandatory.
• Expertise in mouse work or computational biology will be considered a plus.

Equipment Utilized

EQUIPMENT UTILIZED:

• Standard lab equipment; computer software/hardware; presentation software; microscopes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Laboratory work environment, with moderate noise.
• Exposure to biological specimens (cells, blood, tissues, etc.) with possible exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous chemicals, including radiation and therapeutic drugs.
• The laboratory environment operates under mandatory universal safety precautions.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST0460 Posting Open Date 03/11/2026 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

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidates offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have or are you in the process of completing a Ph.D. in cell and molecular biology or a closely related scientific discipline?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)