Postdoctoral Associate

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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for the department of Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate will work in Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School ( RWJMS) Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism & Nutrition within the Department of Medicine. The position focuses on elucidating the neuroendocrine mechanisms of insulin resistance, with particular emphasis on the role of the sympathetic nervous system ( SNS) in metabolic homeostasis. The work of the lab challenges the conventional paradigm by investigating how the sympathetic nervous system ( SNS) and neuroendocrine signaling govern systemic metabolism, integrating insights from rodent physiology, molecular biology, and systems metabolism. The incumbent will operate at the forefront of translational metabolic research, combining mechanistic rodent studies with state-of-the-art laboratory approaches, including stable isotope tracing and metabolomics. There is also the possibility to participate on innovative clinical studies to study human physiology. The Postdoctoral Associate will play a central and visible role in driving this research forward-leading animal and possibly clinical study implementation, generating and analyzing high-impact datasets, and contributing to publications and grant applications. The position also includes mentorship and providing direction to trainees and research staff, and active participation in the academic mission of the division. The position offers a highly collaborative, intellectually dynamic environment with strong mentorship and a clear path toward scientific independence, including opportunities to develop first-author publications and pursue independent funding to embark on an academic career in the area of neurometabolism This position will tackle fundamental questions in metabolism, work at the interface of clinical and basic science, and contribute to a research program with strong potential to reshape our understanding of insulin resistance and metabolic disease.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

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.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.