Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Post-Doctoral Associate |
| Department |
SEBS - Food Science |
| Salary Details |
$60,000-$70,000 |
| 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 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 Department of Food Science, School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (
SEBS), Rutgers University, New Brunswick, has a Post-Doctoral Associate position (CY) to work in Dr. Nuanyi Liang's laboratory starting no earlier than August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026. The salary offered for this position will be commensurate with experience. The successful candidate for this position will lead research projects to investigate how bioactive lipids and other related bioactive compounds influence chronic diseases using advanced analytical techniques and statistical methods under Dr. Liang's supervision. The successful candidate may also explore the upcycling of food by-products into functional ingredients that help mitigate disease progression.
The core responsibilities will include:
- extraction, purification, and qualitative and quantitative analyses of bioactive oxylipins using techniques such as LC-MS/MS and GC-MS,
- determination of their roles in biochemical processes relevant to chronic diseases using cellular and animal models,
- validation of the clinical relevance of these findings using multi-omics datasets in established human cohorts, and
- exploration of upcycling strategies to develop health-promoting methods based on these findings.
By conducting these experiments, the successful candidate will (a) elucidate the structure-function relationship of oxylipin species in biological processes highly relevant to chronic diseases, (b) identify the disease-modifiable factors linked to the beneficial oxylipin profiles, clarify the clinical relevance of these findings across diverse human populations, and (d) develop novel strategies to achieve desirable clinical outcomes by targeting oxylipin-mediated mechanisms.
In addition, the successful candidate will mentor and supervise graduate and undergraduate students, contribute to grant proposals, and publish their findings in peer-reviewed journals. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Posting Number |
25FA0571 |
| Posting Open Date |
05/28/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
07/18/2025 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
The requirements of this position include: (1) a Ph.D. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, Nutritional Science, or a related discipline; (2) demonstrated expertise in mass spectrometry or lipid/other bioactive compound research, evidenced by relevant publications and presentations, and (3) strong organizational and communication skills. |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
In addition, prior experience in at least one of the following areas is highly desirable: (a) cellular or animal models of chronic diseases, (b) clinical data analyses, and usage of bioinformatics tools or pipelines. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Equipment Utilized |
Typical laboratory equipment for analytical chemistry and biochemistry research settings, such as various kinds of chromatography, mass spectrometry, manual or automatic pipettes, fume hood, biosafety cabinet, Bunsen burner, etc; commonly used bioinformatics software or programming languages. |
| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
The candidate should be able to lift up to 20 lbs and routinely perform laboratory tasks involving pipetting and handling of human and rodent biospecimens, such as blood and brain samples. Regular use of a computer is also required. |
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Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicants must upload a cover letter, C.V., and the names and contact information of three professional references. Any applicant selected as a "finalist" will be required to provide reference letters. |
| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/250558 |
| Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Cook (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
65 Dudley Road
New Brunswick, NJ 08901 |
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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