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Postdoc Associate
New Brunswick, NJ
Job Description
Position Details
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Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Postdoc Associate |
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| Department | Waksman Inst of Microbiology |
| Salary | Commensurate With Experience |
| Posting Summary | The Yadavalli Lab at the Waksman Institute of Microbiology at Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey is looking for a full-time Postdoctoral Associate. Research in Yadavalli lab broadly investigates mechanisms of the bacterial stress response. We use bacteria such as E. coli and Salmonella as model organisms to study the response and changes in their gene expression to different environmental signals. Specifically, we are focused on understanding the roles of small proteins and epitranscriptomic enzymes in bacterial stress response. More information on the lab can be found at: . We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated researcher with a strong background in bacteriology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and experience in relevant techniques including high-throughput genomics/proteomics and data analysis. An ideal candidate will be self-driven, independent, passionate about science, and will bring their own ideas to projects. Excellent organizational, presentation, and communication skills, a strong work ethic, and an ability to work well in a group are a must. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure a collegial, supportive, and productive environment in the lab to benefit not only an individual but the entire group. |
| Position Status | Full Time |
| Posting Number | 23FA1096 |
| Posting Open Date | 10/13/2023 |
| Posting Close Date | 06/30/2024 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience | Ph.D. in microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, or a related discipline, as of start date Strong expertise in standard genetic, molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry techniques We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated researcher with a strong background in bacteriology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and experience in relevant techniques including high-throughput genomics/proteomics and data analysis. An ideal candidate will be self-driven, independent, passionate about science, and will bring their own ideas to projects. Excellent organizational, presentation, and communication skills, a strong work ethic, and an ability to work well in a group are a must. |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | * Experience in RNA biology, high throughput sequencing methods (RNA-Seq, Ribosome-profiling, Tn-Seq), proteomics, and fluorescence microscopy are highly desirable * Experience in training undergraduate and graduate students |
| Equipment Utilized | Must be familiar with Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint or Keynote, SnapGene or an equivalent cloning software, benchling or an equivalent electronic notebook. Must be familiar with standard molecular biology and microbiology equipment including gel electrophoresis, spectrophotometer, table-top centrifuge, gel-imaging, etc. Must have a knowledge of commonly used bacterial and other databases including ecocyc.org, NCBI, gene expression, PDB, Uniprot etc. |
| Physical Demands and Work Environment | Able to stand, lift, bend. Able to occasionally lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Able to reach and grasp with arms and hands. Work involves possible exposure to malodorous vapors and toxic chemicals. Long periods of standing and/or sitting. |
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| Campus | Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus | Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City | Piscataway |
| State | NJ |
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Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:
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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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