Postdoctoral Associate (Newark)

Rutgers University, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: New Brunswick, NEW JERSEY
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Position Details


Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Associate (Newark)
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department CINJ - Cancer Health Equity &
Overview
RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES:
VISION:
Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.
MISSION:
Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.
CORE VALUES:
Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge
Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection
Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge
Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions
Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate within the Cancer Health Equity Division of the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate will work on supporting the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Health. The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct and coordinate health care delivery research, including implementation science studies aimed at reducing and eliminating cancer disparities in medically underserved and socially marginalized communities. The position will lead data management and analysis for ongoing research projects. There will be opportunities for authorship on publications, presentation at conferences, and collaboration on grant proposal development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
  • Manages databases, develops analytical plans, and carries out analysis for manuscripts, reports and presentations related to cancer and health equity projects.
  • Leads, drafts, and publishes papers in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Assists in the development of regulatory protocols, recruitment materials, intervention resources, and education and policy-relevant deliverables.
  • Leads and supports implementation of cancer prevention and control studies among high-risk and underserved populations.
  • Assists the PIs in the identification and development of grant proposals based on the cancer control research conducted.
  • Understand and adhere to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands, demonstrates and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute core values.
  • Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers’s compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Interest policy.
  • Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
FLSA Exempt
Grade
Salary Details $61,805 - $80,000 commensurate with experience
Minimum Salary 20,000
Mid Range Salary 90,000
Maximum Salary 200,000
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
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description Post Docs - Regular Salaried
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience
  • PhD in Social and Behavioral Sciences, Health Policy and Management, Epidemiology, or related discipline, including but not limited to Health Services Research, Health Psychology, or Sociology required.
  • Consideration to interview may also be given to applicants who are in ABD status. Documentation of Ph.D. completion must be provided prior to commencement of employment.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Excellent data management and analysis skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Stata, SAS, or R.
  • Strong record of peer-reviewed publications (as appropriate for level of experience) using implementation science theories and methods.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and organizational skills.
  • Experience with institutional review boards (IRB).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in community-engaged, health care delivery, or systems-level public health research, preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.
  • No special vision requirements.
  • Lifting up to 25 lbs.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Office environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details


Posting Number 26ST0105
Posting Open Date 01/21/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)
City Newark
State NJ
Location Details
This position is located in Newark.

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