Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Post-Doctoral Associate |
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| Department | SASN -Earth & Environmental Sci |
| Salary Details | A minimum of $63,968 |
| 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 coveragePaid vacation, holidays, and various leave programsCompetitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings optionsEmployee and dependent educational benefitsLife insurance coverageEmployee discounts programsFor detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Posting Summary | The Bertolet Lab at Rutgers University-Newark is hiring a Post-Doctoral Associate to investigate phytoplankton community ecology in freshwater lakes, with a focus on understanding mechanisms of community assembly and emergent functions, such as gross primary productivity and toxin production. The Post-Doctoral Associate will address research questions related to their interests, broadly centered on (1) the ecological mechanisms that regulate community assembly; (2) the structure, dynamics, and functioning of phytoplankton communities; and (3) the relationships between land use, phytoplankton community composition, and water quality. Candidates should have previous experience in limnology, field sampling, laboratory sample processing, bioinformatics, and ecological analysis/inference. Competitive candidates should have experience with mentoring, leading projects, and grant writing. Applicants with interests in urban ecosystems are especially welcome. Funding is available for two years with a preferred start date of Fall 2025. |
| Position Status | Full Time |
| Posting Number | 25FA0546 |
| Posting Open Date | 06/02/2025 |
| Posting Close Date | 06/30/2025 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience | Ph.D. in ecology or a related field by the time of employment |
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Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information for three professional references. |
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| Quick Link to Posting | https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/251288 |
| Campus | Rutgers University-Newark |
| Home Location Campus | Rutgers University-Newark |
| City | Newark |
| State | NJ |
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of Professional References (contact Info)
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