Post-Doc - BRTC

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 16, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Post-Doc - BRTC
Department	Human Genetics Inst of NJ - RUCDR
Salary	Commensurate With Experience
Posting Summary	A research scientist with a concentration in molecular biology, Next-Generation Sequencing, and Bioinformatics. This individual will be responsible for developing and running protocols for Bionomics Research and Technology Center (BRTC) projects at the level of DNA, RNA and proteins. The job will entail consultation, execution and analysis of a variety of technologies in the genomics and genetics arena. Provide routine molecular biology support in the Bionomics Research and Technology Center (BRTC). Principal support will be provided for NGS sequencing, qPCR, Sanger sequencing, and bioinformatics for research and clinical sample processing. Individual project management in all of these areas will be a primary task.
Position Status
Posting Number	19FA2608
Posting Open Date
Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	This position requires a minimum of a PhD in life sciences with detailed experience in molecular biology or genomics arena. Several years of practical bench experience is required. This individual must have experience in basic molecular biology techniques. A qualified candidate will also be able to work independently to solve technological and analytical problems
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Excellent writing and communication skills. Detailed working knowledge of molecular biology reagents and instrumentation is required. Previous experience with molecular biology techniques using DNA, RNA and protein is desirable. Industry experience is also desirable. Favorable consideration will be given to those applicants with three years' experience performing molecular biology experiments including cDNA synthesis, microarrays, SNP genotyping, RT-RCR, dPCR, Sanger/NGS Sequencing, basic cloning, ELISA's, Western Blots, hybridization procedures, and other related assays.
Equipment Utilized	NA
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Several years of practical bench experience is required. This individual must have experience in basic molecular biology techniques and should be able to work independently and as a part of a team. They should be able to troubleshoot experimental issues or bring it to supervisor's attention in a timely manner. Job requires handling sophisticated instrumentation, standing for extended periods and might require lifting heavy packages (reagents/equipment up to ~30lbs).
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/107746
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City
State
Location Details	145 Bevier Road Piscataway, NJ 08854

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