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Research Associate

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jun 06, 2025

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Associate
Department	SAS-DLS-Ctr Collab Neurosci
Salary Details
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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: 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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary	The Melitta Schachner lab is accepting applications for a Research Associate position that is available immediately at Rutgers University (New Brunswick) in the W. M. Keck Center of Collaborative Neuroscience. Highly motivated individuals with a strong background in neuroscience, cell biology, and/or a related discipline are strongly encouraged apply. Successful applicants will lead a small team, under the direction of the principal investigator, to investigate mouse models of neuropsychiatric disease. The primary focus will be genes and signaling pathways that are important for brain development and function. Candidates should have a recent Ph.D. in neurobiology, cell/molecular biology, or a related field with one or more first author publications in internationally recognized peer-reviewed journals. The candidate must have effective communication skills and be highly motivated, self-driven, creative, and interactive, with the ability to work collaboratively and independently. A proven track record with mouse genetics, rodent stereotaxic brain injections, and/or neuronal labeling techniques is strongly preferred. Experience with labeling and/or purifying synaptic complexes is a plus. Script writing and coding skills are also a plus but not required. This position requires experience and willingness to work with mice.
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Posting Number	19FA1202
Posting Open Date
Posting Close Date	05/30/2025

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Ph.D. in Neurobiology, Cell/Molecular Biology, or a related field Solid background in mouse genetics, histology, and microscopy Proven track record with stereotaxic brain injections and/or neuronal labeling is strongly preferred Experience with isolation and purification of synaptic complexes is a plus Script writing and coding skills are also a plus but not required
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Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/86295
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
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