Job Details

Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
Type: Full-Time | Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Category: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Research
Union: Post Docs – Regular Salaried
Work Arrangement: Fully On-Site
Standard Hours: 37.5/week

About Rutgers Cancer Institute

Vision

To advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce cancer burden locally by empowering diverse communities, addressing patient needs, and earning public trust through excellence in care and science.

Mission

To accelerate cancer discovery, innovate treatments, improve prevention, deliver compassionate patient care, expand culturally informed education, and promote cancer health equity across New Jersey.

Core Values

• Curiosity & Discovery: Continuous innovation and inquiry

• Integrity: Honesty, transparency, and accountability

• Collaboration: Teamwork and shared knowledge

• Respect & Caring: Compassionate, respectful interactions

• Perseverance: Commitment to mission and resilience

Position Summary

Rutgers seeks a Postdoctoral Associate in the Medical Immunology Department to support research in cancer immunobiology and immunotherapy.
Under the guidance of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoc will study T cell differentiation, metabolic regulation, and immune responses, aiming to identify new therapeutic strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research on metabolism-driven regulation of T cell differentiation and immune responses

• Work with primary T cells (in vitro) and mouse models (in vivo)

• Perform flow cytometry, Western blotting, qPCR, and other molecular biology techniques

• Prepare detailed written experiment reports

• Develop grant proposals based on research findings

• Deliver oral presentations

• Train and guide students, fellows, and junior lab personnel

• Adhere to Rutgers compliance policies and core values

• Perform additional duties as required

Salary Range

• Minimum: $20,000

• Mid-Range: $90,000

• Maximum: $200,000

Final salary depends on qualifications, experience, funding availability, market benchmarks, and internal equity.

Benefits

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and prescription coverage

• Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs

• Competitive retirement plans (including defined contribution options)

• Educational benefits for employees and dependents

• Life insurance

• Employee discount programs

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a relevant scientific field

• Candidates near completion of their degree may be considered (documentation required before start date)

• Experience with flow cytometry and metabolic analyses or willingness to learn

• Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in immunology, T cell biology, or cancer biology

• Experience with mouse colony management and in vivo mouse studies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FlowJo, and GraphPad Prism

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Activities include standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing

• Lift up to 25 lbs

• Laboratory environment with moderate noise

• Exposure to:

  • Blood, tissue, viruses, antineoplastic drugs

  • Hazardous chemicals

  • Infectious and communicable diseases

• Universal safety precautions required

Campus Information

• Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

• Home Location: Downtown New Brunswick, NJ

• Rutgers is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.