Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate within Surgical Oncology Division of the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
The Postdoctoral Associate position provides an opportunity to develop clinical and translational research skills in oncology through independent conduct of a significant project of larger translational research studies. Under the guidance and direction of the PI, this position is responsible for the design and conduct of highly specialized interventional and non-interventional research in gastrointestinal (GI) cancer epidemiology, health services research, clinical research, cancer control, and disparities.
This position is responsible for participating in the planning, development, and implementation of laboratory and research studies and clinical trials as assigned and approved by the principal investigator (PI). In addition, the Postdoctoral Associate will contribute to the PI’s grant proposals and write grant proposals on her/his own to acquire funding. Additional responsibilities of this position include devoting 20% of the time to research efforts of the Rutgers Cancer Institute Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
Among the key duties for this position are the following:
- Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, conducts research experiments to design and conduct highly specialized and technical research in the field of gastrointestinal (GI) cancer epidemiology, health services research, cancer control, and disparities.
- Contributes to the design and conduct of research studies and clinical trials, including study design, protocol development, patient recruitment, sample, and data collection.
- Supports studies using study samples, such as biomarker and microbiome analysis.
- Supports studies using databases, such as epidemiological studies and risk prediction modeling.
- Under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, generates, compiles and presents data with appropriate conclusions, recommendations, etc. pertinent to research activity.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a relevant science.
- Qualified candidates must be in the process of completing or have finished the training for Ph.D. and/or M.D.
- Candidates must provide proof all requirements have been fulfilled before their position start date.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must possess effective written and oral communication skills.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively is also essential.
- Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of statistical programs such as SAS, SPSS or STATA.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of related research experience, including writing of grants and manuscripts preferred.
