Rutgers University in United States invites application for vacant Postdoctoral Positions, an American public university. The largest institution in New Jersey, United States.
50 Postdoctoral Opportunities at Rutgers University in United States
Assistant Professor
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CMBN
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Rutgers University-Newark
The Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) at Rutgers University-Newark invites outstanding candidates for a tenure-track position in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience.Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a related field and have completed at least two years of postdoctoral training by the time of appointment.We seek an innovative scholar conducting hypothesis-dri…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate Position in Business Ethics
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Management & Global Business
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Rutgers University-Newark
The Institute for Ethical Leadership (IEL) at Rutgers Business School – Newark and New Brunswick invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate Position funded by the Institute for Ethical Leadership. This is a non-renewable, one-academic year Postdoctoral Associate position in business ethics or leadership ethics. We seek applicants with some philosophical training and a background in any a…View Details Bookmark
Robert Curvin Postdoctoral Associate in Urban Studies
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Cornwall Center Metro Studies
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Rutgers University-Newark
The Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies is pleased to announce two Postdoctoral Associate positions in Urban Studies. We are seeking one Associate who specializes in quantitative research methods and one Associate with qualitative expertise. The Associate position will be awarded for a one-year period beginning in September 2026; there is a possibility of a one-year renewal. The …View Details Bookmark
Genomic Instability and Cancer Genetics – Tenure Track (Assistant/Associate)
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Cancer Institute of New Jersey
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
The Genomic Instability and Cancer Genetics (GICG) Research Program at Rutgers Cancer Institute seeks outstanding investigators focused on the mechanisms of genomic instability, cancer genome evolution, and their translation into clinical applications. We invite applications for faculty positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Appointments may be tenure track or tenured, dependi…View Details Bookmark
Post Doc Associate – Carman Feb 2026
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FHS IFNH
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Post Doctoral Associate for the The Institute for Food, Nutrition, and Health (IFNH) within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. A postdoctoral position for a highly motivated candidate is available in the Carman laboratory at the Rutgers Center for Lipid Research. The lab is located in the newly constructed New Jersey In…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate in Computational Structural Evolutionary Biology
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Quantitative Biomedicine Inst
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Prof. Kaelber is recruiting a “dry lab” scientist for methods development in evolutionary biology. The postdoctoral associate will develop and benchmark methods for evolutionary analysis by the comparison of protein structures, conduct rigorous evaluations of the concordance of computational results to validation sets, and determine the origin of life on earth.Mentorship of 1-2 undergraduate st…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate in Viral Biochemistry
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Quantitative Biomedicine Inst
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Kaelber lab is recruiting a scientist to understand the fundamental principles of viral genome packaging. The postdoctoral associate will understand DNA packaging in adeno-associated virus and AAV gene therapy vectors using techniques of cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), single-molecule force spectroscopy (SMFS), biochemistry, mutational analysis, cell…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate for the Center for Pharmacoepidemiology and Treatment Science (PETS)
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Institute for Health, Health C
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the Center for Pharmacoepidemiology and Treatment Science (PETS) within the Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research (IFH). The PETS Postdoctoral Associate position will work with an established Principal Investigator with a track-record of publications and supportive mentorship. The PI and a…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate
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Biochemistry & Microbiology
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Biochemistry & Microbiology within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The Laboratory of Dr. Debashish Bhattacharya has an open Postdoctoral Associate position in the field of algal and seaweed multi-omics and metabolic engineering in support of multiple ongoing projects.Und…View Details Bookmark
Post Doctoral Asscoiate
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Center on Structured Organic P
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
| Dr. Fernando J. Muzzio and Dr. Gerardo Callegari at C-SOPS, Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering (Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, USA) are seeking applications from qualified individuals for a position as Postdoctoral Associates (PDA) to work on ongoing projects with the FDA and with pharmaceutical companies (or untill the position is filled) in the field of Process Analy…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate – Center for Healthy Aging Research (CHAR)
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Institute for Health, Health C
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Guzmán-Vélez Lab at Rutgers University (PI: Edmarie Guzmán-Vélez, PhD) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join a multidisciplinary research program focused on brain health and dementia risk. The lab integrates epidemiological, clinical, neuropsychological, biological, and intervention-based approaches to understand and mitigate risk for Alzheimer’s disease and related d…View Details Bookmark
Senior Researchers (Faculty)
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RWJ – Pediatrics
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Senior Researchers for the Department of PediatricsRutgers University, Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolBristol-Myers-Squibb Children’s Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ The Department of Pediatrics at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS), in collaboration with the Child Health Institute of New Jersey (CHINJ), is seeking outstanding senior researchers to join a vibrant and growing Depa…View Details Bookmark
Tenure Track PhD Scientist
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RWJ – Medicine Chairman
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
The Department of Medicine is seeking multiple full-time, tenure-track PhD scientists across all divisions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level to strengthen its basic and translational research mission. This is a research-focused position with no clinical responsibilities.The successful candidate will establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program; pu…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate – Alzheimer’s Center
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Institute for Health, Health C
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will join a multidisciplinary research team focused on cognitive aging and Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias (ADRD). This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of neurodegeneration, cognition, and novel biomarkers for early detection of disease.The successful candidate will play a key role…View Details Bookmark
Post Doctoral Associate – Rail
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Advanced Infrastructure Center
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, with the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate. This position reports to Professor Xiang Liu and will work independently with clearly defined research objectives associated with projects. The qualified candidate will have the following responsibilities:· Coordinates internal resources and thi…View Details Bookmark
Post Doctoral Associate- Gliniak Lab
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Nutritional Sciences
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
A postdoctoral position is available in the lab of Dr. Gliniak in the Department of Nutritional Sciences. The ideal Candidate will have strong communication skills, a publication record consistent with career level, and an interest in understanding the role of adipose tissue biology and inflammatory bowel disease. Proficiency in oral and written English is required. Salary will be commensurate …View Details Bookmark
Co Adj Non-Teaching
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Adult Autism Services Center
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services (RCAAS) Psychological Services Clinic (PSC) is seeking a part-time therapist to join our team. We are looking for a clinician who is passionate about working with neurodivergent adults, providing individual psychotherapy and potentially group therapy.The majority of individuals receiving services at the PSC have Autism, ADHD, and/or Learning Disorder…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate
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Advanced Biotechnology & Medic
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in Dr. Tina Liu’s lab, located within the Center for Advanced Biotechnology & Medicine (CABM) and the Department of Molecular Biology & Biochemistry (MBB) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Our lab aims to understand molecular mechanisms of antiphage immunity in bacteria and archaea, …View Details Bookmark
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
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RWJ – Child Health Institute
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
The newly launched Rutgers Center for NeuroMetabolism (CNM), in collaboration with the Child Health Institute of New Jersey (CHINJ), the Department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology (NCB), and the Rutgers Brain Health Institute (BHI), are seeking to recruit an open rank, tenure-track/tenured faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. Located within the transformati…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate – Alzheimer’s Center
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Institute for Health, Health C
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will join a multidisciplinary research team focused on cognitive aging and health. This project is led jointly by Michal Schnaider Beeri, Director of the Krieger Klein Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, Professor of Neurology at the Robert Wood Johnson Hospital , and Ron Hart, Professor, Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience. Reporting to the Principa…View Details Bookmark
Post Doctoral Associate: Evolutionary Medicine & Human Behaviour
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Anthropology
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The evolve-D lab, under the direction of Siobhán Cully in the Department of Anthropology seeks a postdoctoral researcher to join interdisciplinary projects addressing evolutionary medicine and human behavior. This is a calendar year position. Candidates with experience in quantitative, laboratory, or field-based methods and/or theoretical expertise in the evolution of kinship, gendered labor di…View Details Bookmark
Post Doctoral Associate
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Environmental Science
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Rutgers University-Newark
The Department of Environmental Sciences is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct research on applied climatology. The this position will work within the Shope Applied Climatology Lab to evaluate multiple climate and climate change impacts across sectors such as sea-level rise/coastal processes, urban heat and health, or agricultural impacts. This position offers the candidate opportunity…View Details Bookmark
Post Doctoral Associate
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Environmental Science
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Rutgers Air Quality Lab led by Dr. Xiaomeng Jin within the Department of Environmental Sciences at Rutgers University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on remote sensing of air quality. Emphasis will be placed on using satellite observations to understand the impacts of wildfires and prescribed burning on air quality. The candidatemust have a Ph.D. in a rela…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate
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Animal Science
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
A Postdoctoral Associate position is available at the Animal Sciences Department in the laboratory of Dr. Igor Shmarakov. Candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in an area relevant to biochemistry, cell biology, or physiology. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a publication record consistent with career level, and an interest in understanding the molecular basis of retinoid…View Details Bookmark
Post Doc Associate
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Biomedical Engineering
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Biomechanics of Blood Lab at the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Rutgers University (New Brunswick, NJ) is led by Dr. Valerie Tutwiler and utilizes multidisciplinary approaches to tackle fundamental questions related to understanding what causes bleeding and thrombosis in patients. Dr. Valerie Tutwiler is seeking applications from qualified individuals for a full-time postdoctoral a…View Details Bookmark
Post-Doctoral Associate
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Advanced Infrastructure Center
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation is conducting research to develop durable, sustainable, resilient and smart transportation infrastructure. We are currently accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position in these research areas.The successful candidate will report to Prof. Hao Wang and Prof. Nenad Gucunski at CAIT and will work independently associated wit…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate
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Clinical Psychology
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Center for Youth Social Emotional Wellness (CYSEW) in the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship position; start date is flexible between July 1, 2026 and September 1, 2026. The mission of the center is to ensure that Rutgers mental health expertise and resources directly benefit t…View Details Bookmark
POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS ON THE CMS EXPERIMENT RUTGERS UNIVERSITY
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Physics & Astronomy
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
We have immediate availability for postdoctoral associate researchers in experimental particle physics on the CMS experiment at Rutgers University.Our group, led by Profs. John Paul Chou, Yuri Gershtein, Eva Halkiadakis, Amit Lath, Sunil Somalwar, and Scott Thomas, has major involvement in physics, software, and hardware of the CMS experiment. We collaborate closely with our particle theorist c…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate
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DLS Cell Biology & Neuroscienc
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The postdoc will carry out cutting-edge neuroscience research in a vibrant research environment, performing experiments and data analysis, authoring publications and grant proposals, training personnel, and contributing to the positive atmosphere of the Margolis laboratory in the Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience.View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate
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DIMACS
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
DIMACS, the Center for Discrete Mathematics and Theoretical Computer Science, invites applications for postdoctoral associate positions for 2026-2028. The postdoc will be mentored by a faculty member at Rutgers or a DIMACS partner institution, and able to participate in the wide variety of activities at DIMACS, while working on an original research program. Topics include but are not limited to…View Details Bookmark
Hill Assistant Professorships and other Postdoctoral Positions
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Mathematics
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Rutgers Mathematics Department offers various postdoctoral positions in Mathematics. These include several Hill or Triennial Assistant Professorships, which are three-year non-tenure track, non-renewable, Post-Doctoral Research instructorships. Subject to availability of funding, the Department expects to have five of these positions that will start in Fall of 2026. Hill Assistant Professor…View Details Bookmark
Post-Doc Ellison Lab
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Human Genetics Institute of NJ
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
This position is for a postdoctoral researcher to perform computational analysis of genome sequencing data in the Ellison laboratory. View Details Bookmark
Post Doctoral Associate
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Chemistry & Chemical Biology
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Shi lab at Rutgers University in New Brunswick is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to conduct cutting-edge research in the field of biophysical chemistry and cell biology. We are currently offering two exciting research topics:1. Investigating the material properties of biomolecular condensates in mammalian cells.2. Studying the activation and subcellular distribution of m…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate
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DLS Cell Biology & Neuroscienc
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Cai Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to study mitochondrial mechanisms in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease.View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate
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DLS Center for Collaborative N
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Abraira laboratory in the Dept. Cell Biology & Neuroscience at Rutgers University is seeking a motivated and dedicated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our dynamic team studying the neuroscience of somatosensation, specifically utilizing mouse genetics. The selected candidate will have the unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research methodologies and techniques to decode the myst…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associates – Condensed Matter Theory
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Physics & Astronomy
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
We seek applicants for Postdoctoral Associate positions in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics at Rutgers University, starting dates in 2025 through 2026. The group consists of Professors Natan Andrei, Premi Chandra, Piers Coleman, Kristjan Haule, Gabi Kotliar, Jed Pixley, Karin Rabe, Ananda Roy, David Vanderbilt, and Emil Yuzbashyan. Their interests span a broad range of areas including stron…View Details Bookmark
Research Associate – Women’s Reproductive Health
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Pharmacology & Toxicology
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The candidate will work in Dr. Shuo Xiao’s laboratory to investigate the effects of environmental contaminants and pharmaceuticals on women’s reproductive health. The successful applicant is expected to lead independent research projects, mentor junior trainees (including graduate students and postdoctoral fellows), analyze and publish research findings, and contribute to the development and su…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate in Structural Biology and Biophysics
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Quantitative Biomedicine Inst
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Deaconescu Lab at Rutgers University has one opening for a postdoctoral researcher. The laboratory’s interests lie primarily in microbial stress responses, with particular emphasis on responses to DNA damage, the mechanochemistry of DNA-based motors. We utilize a combination of biochemical, biophysical and structural techniques. (e.g. X-ray crystallography, small-angle X-ray scattering, tra…View Details Bookmark
Post Doctorial Associate
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Pharmacy Practice & Administra
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Our group is seeking a postdoctoral associate to work on mechanistic and translational research projects funded by NIH investigating drug-induced kidney injury and identifying factors that influence the likelihood of drug toxicity/failure. Based at Rutgers University in New Jersey, the Brunetti team has access to outstanding core facilities, dynamic researchers and trainees, and excellent oppor…View Details Bookmark
Research Programmer
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Quantitative Biomedicine Inst
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Rutgers Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (RAD) Collaboratory is seeking one or more Research Programmers to support leveraging modern Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL) techniques by Rutgers faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and students. The ideal candidate will have a strong ML/DL and cyberinfrastructure (CI) background and a willingness to contribute to interdisciplinary r…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate – M-EASE project
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Psychology
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Modeling Equitable and Accessible Spaces for Everyone (M-EASE) project in the Department of Psychology and Center for Cognitive Science is seeking a post-doctoral associate for an NSF-funded project on the social, environmental and linguistic factors that affect human wayfinding. Working with the PI and co-PIs in computer science, psychology, applied math and architecture/design, the postdo…View Details Bookmark
Assistant or Associate Professor Tenure Track
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RWJ – Biochemistry & Molecular
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS), Rutgers Health, seeks outstanding candidates for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor. We seek creative candidates addressing fundamental questions in biomedical research through the lens of molecular evolution. A central requirement is the integration of evolutionary theory in exp…View Details Bookmark
Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenured or Tenure-Track)
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RWJ – Neuroscience & Cell Biol
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Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
The Department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS), the Rutgers Child Health Institute (CHI), and the Rutgers Brain Health Institute (BHI) seek applications for tenured or tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor to fill multiple new faculty positions. We are seeking outstanding, creative scientists with expertise and interests in diverse …View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate: Use of Industrial Byproducts in Transportation Infrastructure
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Advanced Infrastructure Center
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the broad area of innovative materials for transportation infrastructure with applications in civil (geotechnical/material) engineering, industrial scale economics, and transportation infrastructure performance. The successful candidate will lead research activities into…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Research Associate
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Clinical Psychology
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, seeks to hire a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Psychopathology and Interpersonal Functioning Lab, led by Dr. Nicole Cain.The Psychopathology and Interpersonal Functioning Lab focuses on advancing our understanding of how interpersonal experiences influence maladaptive …View Details Bookmark
PostDoctoral Associate
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Electical & Computer Engineer
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Applications are invited for the Post-Doctoral Associate position at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rutgers University. The duties include synthesizing oxide semiconductor thin film materials in various environmental conditions; performing structural and electrical characterization; and preparing archival journal manuscripts based on the results. Familiarity with maint…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Instructor in Mathematics
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Mathematics
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Subject to availability of funding, the Mathematics Department expects to offer one or more postdoctoral research and instructor positions that will begin in fall of 2025. Most of these positions are expected to be three-year non-tenure track, non-renewable, Post-Doctoral positions with an annual teaching load of 3 single semesters courses. Candidates should have received a PhD and show outstan…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate in Rutgers Core Facility
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Quantitative Biomedicine Inst
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The researcher will conduct experiments and provide technical expertise in the Rutgers CryoEM & Nanoimaging Facility (RCNF). The RCNF serves as a university-wide resource for the imaging and three-dimensional reconstruction of cells and biomolecules. As a member in the RCNF team reporting to the director, the researcher will interface with a variety of laboratories (intramural, extramural a…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate in Cell & Structural Biology
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Quantitative Biomedicine Inst
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Dai laboratory in the Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience and the Institute for Quantitative Biomedicine at Rutgers University is seeking applications for a postdoctoral associate position. We are recruiting a motivated individual to contribute to the development of the new methodology of cellular tomography and cryo-focused ion beam milling for multiple collaborative projects. Rese…View Details Bookmark
Postdoctoral Associate – Astrophysics (Rutgers-CCA Flatiron Research Fellow)
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Physics & Astronomy
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Rutgers University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a postdoctoral research position starting on, or after, 7/01/2026. The position is to be offered jointly with the Center for Computational Astrophysics (CCA) at the Simons Foundation Flatiron Institute in New York City. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit their materials by January 10, 20…View Details Bookmark
