Rutgers University
Just Landed
2 days ago
Postdoctoral Associate in Maize Cis-Regulatory Genomics and Protein-DNA Interactions Rutgers University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Molecular Biology
Funding
Full-time postdoctoral employment with a listed salary of $63,968. Rutgers provides eligible employees with benefits that may include medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs; retirement benefits; employee and dependent educational benefits where applicable; life insurance; and employee discount programs. The final salary may depend on qualifications, experience, expertise, and available department or grant funds.
Country
United States
University
Rutgers University
Apply for this position
Keywords
Suggested positions
About this position
Rutgers University is recruiting a full-time Postdoctoral Associate for the Gallavotti Lab at the Waksman Institute of Microbiology on the New Brunswick campus in Piscataway, New Jersey, United States.
The postdoctoral researcher will conduct experimental research on cis-regulatory regions in the maize genome, including protein-DNA interactions and identification of regulatory regions. Responsibilities include designing and carrying out experiments, analyzing data, preparing manuscripts, presenting findings at conferences, mentoring undergraduate students, participating in outreach, and contributing to collaborations on an NSF-funded project.
Applicants must hold a recent PhD in Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related field by the start date. Relevant expertise should include molecular cloning, genetics and genomics, CRISPR-mediated editing and genotyping, plant phenotyping, RNA-seq or ChIP-seq bioinformatics, protein expression, and protein-DNA interactions. Experience with plant tissue culture, plant transformation, and CRISPR-Cas editing is desirable. The role also requires excellent communication, organization, independent problem-solving, and the ability to work in summer field nurseries.
The listed salary is $63,968, with eligible employees receiving Rutgers benefits such as healthcare, leave, retirement, educational benefits where applicable, and life insurance. Applications should include a resume/CV, cover letter, curriculum vitae, and professional references. No closing date is stated in the posting.
Funding details
Full-time postdoctoral employment with a listed salary of $63,968. Rutgers provides eligible employees with benefits that may include medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs; retirement benefits; employee and dependent educational benefits where applicable; life insurance; and employee discount programs. The final salary may depend on qualifications, experience, expertise, and available department or grant funds.
What's required
Applicants must have a recent PhD in Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related field by the position start date. Required experience includes molecular cloning, genetics and genomics, CRISPR-mediated editing and genotyping, plant phenotyping, bioinformatic analysis such as RNA-seq and ChIP-seq, protein expression, and protein-DNA interactions. Candidates should be highly motivated, organized, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Previous experience in bioinformatic analysis, plant tissue culture, plant transformation excluding Arabidopsis nuclear transformation, and CRISPR-Cas editing is highly desirable. Applicants must be able to work in summer field nurseries and successfully complete required pre-employment screenings and applicable immunization requirements.
How to apply
Apply online through the Rutgers University job posting using the “Apply for this Job” button. Submit a resume/CV, cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of professional references with contact information; transcripts and other documents may be optional.
Make your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.
Make your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.