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Post-Doctoral Associate

Rutgers University

20,000-200,000

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Sep 15, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Post-Doctoral Associate
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department	NJMS - Psychiatry
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate in the Department of Psychiatry within the New Jersey Medical School ( NJMS). Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate will work at the Department of Psychiatry of Rutgers Health NJMS. This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of aging, cognition, and sociocultural determinants of health involving Latino aging cohorts; and to work with exercise intervention, with a particular focus on menopause research and women's brain health. Postdoctoral Associate will play a key role in ongoing clinical trial on exercise research and developing studies investigating the interplay between longitudinal cognitive outcomes, neuroimaging and vascular risk factors using US big data. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Participate in lab meetings, research-in-progress seminars, data analysis, and presentations at conferences. Participate in the ACTIVE-BrainWoMen Trial data collection management, prepare manuscripts based on the lab research, aid in developing the PI's grant applications, and will be expected to apply for personal grant funding. Participate in the development of performance standards, selection of methodology, and coordination of the analytical and procedural functions with the research areas to ensure conformance with the goals and objectives of the department. Under supervision, assist in the conducting of a continuous program of research and development regarding the analytical and instrumentation functions of the laboratory, participate in the evaluation of the existing procedures, suggest revisions where necessary, and propose new procedures where required. As requested, assist in the implementation of the programs and projects in special areas of interest to the department. Understands and adheres to Rutgers's compliance standards as they appear in Rutgers Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers' regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	20,000
Mid Range Salary	90,000
Maximum Salary	200,000
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours	37.5
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description	Post Docs - Regular Salaried
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	PhD or MD in Health Sciences, Data Science/Informatics, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Public Health, or related discipline.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated experience working with human subject research, health science, technology and data science with strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills. Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate research findings to both academic and non-academic audiences. Proficiency with standard office and data tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, coding (R or Python), reference managers). Experience demonstrating solid judgment, organizational, planning, coordination, time management, and multi-tasking skills. Candidate will be trained on Good Clinical Practices (GCP). Be self-motivated and innovative with the ability to handle considerable and varied responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively and represent the university knowledgeably, articulately, and enthusiastically with an effective professional demeanor.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience working with intervention and neuroimaging is desirable.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift at least 40lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers, printers, and light traffic). Must be able to work and cooperate with a broad spectrum of staff and public. The study assessments may occur at Rutgers University - Newark at the Behavioral Health Sciences Building or at the participant's home in the community.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST1773
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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