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Postdoctoral Associate position at Child Health Institute of NJ Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in United States

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Neuroscience

Funding

Salary based on experience; minimum base salary: $63,968.

Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

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Rutgers, The State Univ. of NJ

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Keywords

Neuroscience
Biology
Statistical Analysis
Health Science
Electrophysiology
Synaptic Transmission
Maternal And Child Health
Mouse Physiology
Neuron
Cell Culture Techniques
Brain
In Vivo Imaging
Mechanism Of Action
Neurobiology

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Posted: 14-Sep-25

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 259854


Position Summary:


Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the Child Health Institute of NJ at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate will be responsible for the design, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of experiments regarding the study of molecular mechanisms of the regulation of synaptic transmission in mammalian brain and human neurons derived from human tissue. In addition, the postdoc will perform molecular, cellular and/or electro-physiological experiments.
The Postdoc will participate in lab meetings, research in progress seminars, and presentations at conferences. The Postdoctoral Associate will prepare manuscripts based on their research, aid in developing the PI's grant applications, and will apply for personal grant funding.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, will perform whole-cell patch clamp electrophysiology in brain slices and cell cultures.
  • Performs behavioral tests in mice.
  • Performs in vivo 2p imaging in head-fixed mice.
  • Compiles and analyzes data with appropriate conclusions and recommendations in support of further CHI research.
  • Communicates with the PI and present the data in a timely manner.

Minimum Education and Experience:

  • PhD or MD degree in Neuroscience or relevant biological sciences required.

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:


Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to work in a laboratory environment.
  • Must be able to perform laboratory research.
  • Some lifting may be required: such as office supplies, files, or light boxes up to 25 pounds.
  • Walking, standing, sitting is required.

Work Environment:
  • Must pass employee health clearance, TB Test and required safety training.
  • Must follow all safety precautions in laboratory, as required.

Salary: Salary based on exp; min base salary: $63,968

Posting Number: 25ST1989


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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national public research university and the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is dedicated to teaching that meets the highest standards of excellence; to conducting research that breaks new ground; and to turning knowledge into solutions for local, national, and global communities. As it was at our founding in 1766, the heart of our mission is preparing students to become productive members of society and good citizens of the world. Rutgers teaches across the full educational spectrum: preschool to precollege; undergraduate to graduate and postdoctoral; and continuing education for professional and personal advancement. Rutgers is New Jersey's land-grant institution and one of the nation's foremost research universities, and as such, we educate, make discoveries, serve as an engine of economic growth, and generate ideas for improving people's lives.
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Salary based on experience; minimum base salary: $63,968.

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Applicants must hold a PhD or MD degree in Neuroscience or relevant biological sciences. Candidates must be able to work in a laboratory environment, perform laboratory research, and may be required to lift up to 25 pounds. Employee health clearance, TB test, and required safety training must be passed. All laboratory safety precautions must be followed.

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