Visiting Researcher

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 16, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Visiting Researcher
Job Category	Staff & Executive
Department	XIA - DNA Damage
Overview	Our vision is to be a statewide, national and world leader of scientific discovery, transdisciplinary engagement, translation, patient care and education that improves outcomes for cancer patients and populations. We will accomplish this by conducting innovative basic, clinical and population research and cutting-edge patient-centered care that expands our understanding of the etiology and biology of cancer; facilitates the rapid translation of laboratory-based discoveries into human studies; develops new approaches and interventions for cancer prevention that decrease cancer incidence and mortality; and develops new and better therapies to decrease suffering and mortality from cancer. Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Caring, Perseverance.
Posting Summary	The primary purpose of the Visiting Researcher Scholar position is to conduct experimental and bioinformatics research under the direction of the principal investigator. The visiting researcher will work in the Xia lab, whose focus is on the mechanisms and models of cancer development associated with mutations in tumor suppressors BRCA1, PALB2 and BRCA2. Incumbent will use mammalian cell culture and mouse models to understand the roles of DNA damage and oxidative stress in cancer development in Brca2 and Palb2 mutant mice and determine the histopathological and immunological characteristics of the tumors. Essential duties and responsibilities: Works under the direction of the principal investigator. Carries out various experimental and bioinformatics studies to understand the mechanisms of cancer development in Brca2 and Palb2 mutant mice. Must possess effective oral and written communication skills and ability to publish scientific research papers/articles and written reports and oral presentations of research experiments. Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands, demonstrates and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey core values. Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	99S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	00.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	0.00
Annual Maximum Salary	0.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Temporary Assignments
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	MD or PhD degree in a relevant field.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must have a strong background in mammalian cellular biology and animal models. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively is also essential. Effective oral and written communication skills are required. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. INTERRELATIONSHIPS: Interaction with RUTGERS, RWJMS, CINJ, and RWJUH management, administrative, clinical and laboratory staff.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Lab environment. Moderate noise. Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases. Universal precautions are mandatory. Exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2357
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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