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Postdoctoral Associate

Rutgers University

20,000-200,000

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, Piscataway

Oct 22, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Postdoctoral Associate
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Other
Department	RBHS
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine ( CABM) within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS). The primary purpose of the Postdoctoral Associate is to conduct mentored research on the role of the microbiome in lung disease and on the relationships among HIV, aging, and pulmonary health. Projects will investigate how microbial communities, host immune responses, and chronic inflammation relate to lung function and disease progression. Working with the Principal Investigator and collaborating investigators, the Postdoctoral Associate will design studies, perform experiments and/or computational analyses, interpret findings, and disseminate results while developing an independent research direction. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Develop and conduct mentored research on the oral and lung microbiome and lung disease, and on the effects of HIV and aging on pulmonary health. Formulate hypotheses, review relevant literature, and design studies with the Principal Investigator. Conduct laboratory experiments and/or computational analyses appropriate to assigned projects. Develop and optimize protocols, troubleshoot methods, and evaluate microbial communities, host responses, and mechanisms of lung injury. Work with human samples, cell lines, and animal experiments. Analyze and interpret microbiome, molecular, and clinical data, including lung function and longitudinal outcomes. Apply appropriate statistical methods, address confounding and technical variation, and maintain reproducible analysis workflows. Carry out informatic analyses of metagenomic, transcriptomic, and metatranscriptomic data, with the goal of defining populations, individual taxa, genes, pathways and transcripts human samples as well as host transcriptional responses. Coordinate with investigators, clinical research staff, and core facilities on biospecimen processing, assay performance, and integration of research data. Maintain accurate sample records, laboratory documentation, and quality control procedures. Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, figures, and presentations; present findings at laboratory meetings and scientific conferences. Contribute to grant applications and develop fellowship proposals and an individual career development plan with the mentor. Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues and help train students and other research personnel in relevant methods. Complete required training and follow approved protocols for human subjects research, biosafety, data security, and responsible conduct of research.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade
Salary Details	A minimum of $63,968 for calendar year appointments
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 candidate's 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 university's 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	Day
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	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, epidemiology, biomedical sciences, or a related field by the start date. Candidates who meet requirements with All But Degree (ABD) will be considered but must hold the degree by the start date.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated research experience relevant to the position, with a strong foundation in experimental design and quantitative analysis. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintain accurate records, interpret scientific literature, and communicate findings clearly in writing and presentations.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in microbiome research, pulmonary disease, HIV, aging, or host-microbe interactions. Expertise in one or more of the following: microbial sequencing and bioinformatics; R or Python; analysis of longitudinal clinical data; molecular or cellular assays; or analysis of human biospecimens. Experience preparing scientific manuscripts is desirable. Candidates may bring complementary experimental or computational expertise; proficiency in every listed method is not expected.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work involves computer use and laboratory bench work, standing or sitting for extended periods, and handling research materials and laboratory equipment. Ability to perform assigned tasks safely, with reasonable accommodations as needed. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Academic research laboratory and office/computational settings. Assigned projects may involve human biospecimens, biological materials, and laboratory chemicals. Required training, personal protective equipment, institutional biosafety practices, and approved procedures must be followed. Collaboration with clinical research teams and core facilities is expected.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST2008
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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