Academic Jobs | Postdoctoral Fellow job at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title	Postdoctoral Fellow
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	CINJ-Guo Lab
Overview	RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE OF NEW JERSEY VISION, MISSION AND CORE VALUES: 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. CORE VALUES: Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Caring, Perseverance.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for the division of Medical Oncology at the Cancer Institute of New Jersey. The primary purpose of the Postdoctoral Fellow position is to conduct research investigation to elucidate the mechanism of autophagy in regulating cancer metabolism and immune response for KRAS-driven lung tumorigenesis and therefore to provide potential treatment for KRAS-mutant lung under the supervision of the Principal Investigator. Performs research, experiments, and laboratory techniques of a specialized nature under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator. Drafts written reports for inclusion in manuscripts and grant proposals. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Conducts research experiments to: 1. understand the mechanism of autophagy in regulating cancer metabolism and immune response for KRAS-mutant lung tumor growth and metastasis using genetically engineered mouse models and the state-of-the-art metabolomic and lipidomic analysis; 2. examine the efficacy of autophagy inhibition-directed combinational therapies, including immunotherapy and targeting therapy, using mouse models; 3. identify novel vulnerabilities in KRAS-mutant lung cancer. Prepares written reports of the research experiments. Prepares grant proposals based on the research conducted. Prepares data for presentations and publications. Presents research results at laboratory and scientific meetings at the local and national level. Assists with the instructing and training of students, fellows, lower-level professionals and technicians in laboratory, technicians instrumentation, etc. to develop the skills necessary to perform the required functions.
Position Status	Full Time
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Daily Work Shift
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	99S
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Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Non-Union
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.
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Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	None

Minimum Education and Experience	Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a relevant science finishing their training (following their residency and/or fellowship) who wish to prepare for careers in academic medicine.
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Effective oral and written communication skills. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications	Background in cancer biology research.
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Posting Number	21ST2327
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Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
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