Postdoctoral Associate

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on characterizing non-coding regulatory elements in humans and understanding how these elements change across different conditions
• Develop computational frameworks for coupling functional genomics techniques with computational analyses to understand gene regulation in health and disease
• Utilize and develop software programs for the analysis of multi-dimensional epigenetic, transcriptomic, genetic, and functional genomics data
• Incorporate multi-omics high-throughput assays such as RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, MPRA, and PC-HiC into research models
• Prepare scientific manuscripts for publication and contribute to the preparation of research grant and fellowship applications
• Participate in the configuration and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, computers, servers, and necessary databases
• Guide and assist the research projects of undergraduate research assistants

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a quantitative science (Computer Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Physics, or similar) or in Life Sciences with a strong computational and programming background
• All But Degree (ABD) status will be considered
• Demonstrated research productivity and prior experience in research
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in spoken and written English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the analysis of high-throughput genomic and genetic data (e.g., RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq, etc.)

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

About the Company

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) is New Jersey’s academic health center. RBHS takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research to improve human health. Located at the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine (CABM), this position offers the opportunity to work within a community of healers, scientists, and scholars dedicated to advancing medical innovation.