Job Information
Rutgers The State University Assistant Professor in Newark, New Jersey
Position Details
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Assistant Professor |
|---|---|
| Department | NJMS-PHRI CENTER-Z30001 |
| Salary | Open |
| Benefits | |
| Posting Summary | Under the direction of the principal investigator, the candidate will lead and execute research projects related to the pathogenesis of SARS-CoV-2 and tuberculosis. The focus of the research performed by the candidate will investigate the association of antibody levels and effector functions associated with SARS-Cov-2 disease severity and vaccine response. The candidate will investigate the role of cholesterol signaling in SARS-CoV-2 pathogenesis to identify mechanisms associated with anti-viral activity and immunomodulation of the lung airway. Similar approach will be taken to identify pathways and/or targets associated with anti-tuberculosis activity. The candidate will prepare manuscripts for publication, take care of the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, train students and postdoc fellows, and submit research proposals and final reports for funding agencies. |
| Position Status | |
| Posting Number | 21FA0220 |
| Posting Open Date | |
| Posting Close Date |
| Minimum Education and Experience | Applicant must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, at least 5 years of post-doctoral experience, excellent communication skill and a in depth knowledge of microbiology, virology, eukaryotic cell culture, macrophage infection with BSL3 pathogens, and clinical sample processing is critical. A minimum of 8 years research experience with BSL3 pathogens (tuberculosis and SARS-CoV-2) is mandatory. Experience in molecular biology techniques, paper and grant writing is preferred. |
|---|---|
| Certifications/Licenses | |
| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | |
| Equipment Utilized | |
| Physical Demands and Work Environment | |
| Overview | |
| Statement |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicant should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and 3 names/email address of three references to: gennama@njms.rutgers.edu. |
|---|---|
| Quick Link to Posting | https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/126322 |
| Campus | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus | Newark (RBHS) |
| City | |
| State | |
| Location Details |
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.
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, p regnancy, 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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement