Job Description

Position Details

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Post-doctoral Associate

Department

Plant Biology

Salary Details

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

Posting Summary

A post-doctoral position in the Department of Plant Biology working in the area of plant and forest health. This position combines research, extension, diagnostic service, and teaching. Responsibilities include supporting forest health outreach programs, conducting research and extension in woody and forest pathology, serving nursery and Christmas tree industries, and contributing to the NJAES Plant Diagnostic Clinic and Nematode Detection Service, with an immediate emphasis on modernizing disease diagnostics through advanced molecular pathogen detection methods. Teaching duties include serving as primary instructor for graduate and undergraduate laboratory and experiential learning courses, as well as contributing lectures to core plant pathology courses that support required and elective curricula in the Undergraduate Program in Plant Science and Graduate Program in Plant Biology.

Position Status

Full Time

Posting Number

26FA0004

Posting Open Date

01/08/2026

Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

The successful applicant should have a recent PhD degree in a Plant Pathology-related discipline with knowledge in plant biology, horticulture, mycology, and microbiology. Applicants should be fluent in English (both oral and written) and should be able to communicate ideas and results to colleagues. The successful candidate must be capable of working in a team and complete projects without constant supervision. Aside from classical culture-dependent techniques, the position will require experience and expertise in molecular techniques, including but not limited to qPCR or dPCR, primer and probe design, and gene cloning. Experience working outdoors conducting applied experimentation and communicating with stakeholder groups is highly desirable.

Certifications/Licenses

PhD certification

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must apply online through the ROCS system of Rutgers University

https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/266920

and submit 1) a Curriculum Vitae, 2) cover letter stating your research interests and qualification for this position, 3) PhD degree certification, and 4) contact information of at least four references.



The initial appointment is for one year; renewal for additional years is likely pending satisfactory performance. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Quick Link to Posting

https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/266920

Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City

New Brunwsick

State

NJ

Location Details

59 Dudley Road, Foran Hall, 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.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

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Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae

List of Professional References (contact Info)

Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

* Research Statement