Post-Doctoral Associate

About the role

Rutgers University-Camden, the School of Art & Sciences, Biology Department, the Center for Computational and Integrative Biology (CCIB), and the Yakoby Lab, invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate position. This position is supported by an NIH funded grant and is renewable based on availability of continuing funding. The successful candidate will generate new platforms to investigate the co‑evolution of the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and its ligand across Drosophila species, using molecular, genetic, biochemical, and computational approaches to study how EGFR signaling levels evolved across species.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct a research project on EGFR‑ligand co‑evolution.
• Participate in other laboratory projects related to gene regulation and tissue patterning.
• Use genome engineering (CRISPR/Cas9), molecular biology, and biochemical tools to validate genomic alterations.
• Apply molecular, genetic, biochemical, and computational approaches to study EGFR signaling evolution across Drosophila species.

Requirements

• PhD in biology, developmental biology, molecular evolution and development, or a related field.
• Experience with genome engineering (CRISPR/Cas9) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. obtained within the last 2 years (preferred).
• Prior work with Drosophila is desirable.

Benefits

• 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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Pay

The minimum annual starting salary for this position is $63,968. The final salary offer may be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, experience, expertise, and availability of department or grant funds, with consideration of market benchmarks and internal equity to ensure fair compensation.

Schedule

Full‑time position.