Postdoctoral Associate Center for Healthy Aging Research (CHAR)
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Job Location:
New Brunswick, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Posting Summary
The Guzmán-Vélez Lab at Rutgers University (PI: Edmarie Guzmán-Vélez PhD) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join a multidisciplinary research program focused on brain health and dementia risk. The lab integrates epidemiological clinical neuropsychological biological and intervention-based approaches to understand and mitigate risk for Alzheimers disease and related dementias ( ADRD ). The postdoctoral associate will contribute to ongoing and new research projects collaborate with investigators across disciplines and contribute to grant writing and manuscript development in a stimulating supportive and mentored environment. At a minimum responsibilities will include assisting with the design and execution of research studies; analyzing datasets; preparing manuscripts; presenting findings at scientific conferences and local meetings; assisting the PI with mentoring trainees as appropriate; contributing to grant and fellowship applications; collecting data; and participating in community events associated with the labs research and addition Dr. Guzmán-Vélez will strongly encourage and provide mentorship in grant and fellowship applications.
Overview
While New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the country and is ranked the 2nd wealthiest by per capita income there is a health and wellbeing paradox in New Jersey especially for aging populations. The Center for Healthy Aging Research led by Dr. William Hu aims to create a platform on which clinicians researchers caregivers community partners and patients can combine resources to gather patient-centered research and develop evidence-based care strategies focused on the whole person rather than on their ailments. With existing gaps in research and practice there is an enormous opportunity advance healthy aging at Rutgers and New Jersey.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals. Well organized detail-oriented able to manage multiple projects simultaneously prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and work effectively in a collaborative environment. Highly motivated passionate about science a strong communicator and possess an internal drive to learn independently.
The Guzmán-Vélez Lab at Rutgers University (PI: Edmarie Guzmán-Vélez PhD) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join a multidisciplinary research program focused on brain health and dementia risk. The lab integrates epidemiological clinical neuropsychological biological and intervention-based approaches to understand and mitigate risk for Alzheimers disease and related dementias ( ADRD ). The postdoctoral associate will contribute to ongoing and new research projects collaborate with investigators across disciplines and contribute to grant writing and manuscript development in a stimulating supportive and mentored environment. At a minimum responsibilities will include assisting with the design and execution of research studies; analyzing datasets; preparing manuscripts; presenting findings at scientific conferences and local meetings; assisting the PI with mentoring trainees as appropriate; contributing to grant and fellowship applications; collecting data; and participating in community events associated with the labs research and addition Dr. Guzmán-Vélez will strongly encourage and provide mentorship in grant and fellowship applications.
Overview
While New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the country and is ranked the 2nd wealthiest by per capita income there is a health and wellbeing paradox in New Jersey especially for aging populations. The Center for Healthy Aging Research led by Dr. William Hu aims to create a platform on which clinicians researchers caregivers community partners and patients can combine resources to gather patient-centered research and develop evidence-based care strategies focused on the whole person rather than on their ailments. With existing gaps in research and practice there is an enormous opportunity advance healthy aging at Rutgers and New Jersey.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals. Well organized detail-oriented able to manage multiple projects simultaneously prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and work effectively in a collaborative environment. Highly motivated passionate about science a strong communicator and possess an internal drive to learn independently.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
About Company
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is one of America's leading public research universities. Consistently top-ranked, Rutgers offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs and continuing education opportunities.
