Postdoctoral Associate in Chemical Biology

Rutgers The State University of New Jersey

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Include a CV and names and contacts of three references. Three letters of recommendation will be required if selected for the position.

Position Details

 
  Postdoctoral Associate
Department Pharm - Chemical Biology
Salary Commensurate With Experience
Posting Summary
A postdoctoral position is available to study nitrogen metabolism in liver, pancreas, or hematopoietic cancers. This position will have the opportunity to gain strong training in cancer metabolism, cell growth signaling, and mouse models. The position is aiming to publish high-impact papers and to pursue an independent career. Candidates with a strong motivation and Ph.D. background in molecular biology/cell biology/biochemistry are encouraged to apply. NIH-scale salary and benefits will be provided.
Questions should be directed to: Wei-Xing Zong, PhD, Department of Chemical Biology, the Cancer Institute of New Jersey, Rutgers University, 164 Frelinghuysen Road, Piscataway, New Jersey 08854. Email: zongwx@rutgers.edu. Publications: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=zong+wx&sort=date
Position Status Full Time
COVID-19 Immunization Requirement
Under Policy 60.1.35, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Prospective employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster within two weeks (14 calendar days) of eligibility. Based on current guidance, individuals are considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after receiving the final dose of any COVID-19 vaccine authorized or approved for use in the United States by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Eligibility for a booster against COVID-19 varies and is explained on the University’s web site located at https://coronavirus.rutgers.edu/covid-19-vaccine. Failure to provide proof of primary vaccination and booster will result in rescission of a prospective employee’s offer of employment and/or disciplinary action up to and including termination.


Posting Number 23FA0049
Posting Open Date 01/24/2023
Posting Close Date 06/30/2023
 
Qualifications
 
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.D. background in molecular biology/cell biology/biochemistry
Overview
A postdoctoral position is available to study nitrogen metabolism in liver, pancreas, or hematopoietic cancers. This position will have the opportunity to gain strong training in cancer metabolism, cell growth signaling, and mouse models. The position is aiming to publish high-impact papers and to pursue an independent career. Candidates with a strong motivation and Ph.D. background in molecular biology/cell biology/biochemistry are encouraged to apply. NIH-scale salary and benefits will be provided.
Questions should be directed to: Wei-Xing Zong, PhD, Department of Chemical Biology, the Cancer Institute of New Jersey, Rutgers University, 164 Frelinghuysen Road, Piscataway, New Jersey 08854. Email: zongwx@rutgers.edu. Publications: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=zong+wx&sort=date
 
Posting Details
 
Special Instructions to Applicants
Include a CV and names and contacts of three references. Three letters of recommendation will be required if selected for the position.
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/190132
Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Department of Chemical Biology, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, 164 Frelinghuysen Road, Piscataway, NJ 08854-8020
 
Pre-employment Screenings
 
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
 
Immunization Requirements
 
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. 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 candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
 
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