Postdoctoral Fellow
- Rutgers University
- Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Category:
Admin-Other Administrative Positions
- Posting Date: 10/13/2021
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Position Details
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Postdoctoral Fellow |
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| Job Category | Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Other |
| Department | CINJ-Medical Immunology |
| Overview | RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUE OF NEW JERSEY VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT: Our vision is to be a world leader in the pursuit of scientific discoveries that advance knowledge in the prevention, detection and treatment of cancer. Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey can best achieve this vision by striving to become a “top 10” cancer center in the next 10 years, indicative of increased breadth and depth of outstanding cancer research. Through this achievement, the citizens of New Jersey will realize tremendous benefits including the availability of pioneering cancer care to treat and prevent cancer, extraordinary opportunities in the health sciences and enhanced economic development through novel academic/private sector collaboration. The mission of the Cancer Institute is to conduct innovative basic, clinical and population research 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. • Develops new and better therapies to decrease suffering and mortality from cancer. Fulfillment of this mission will be achieved in an environment that values diversity and fairness and one that is dedicated to the develop |
| Posting Summary | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Kyle Payne at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey to conduct research in the immunobiology of cancer and cancer immunotherapy within the Rutgers Cancer Immunology and Metabolism Center of Excellence. Research in the Payne lab focuses defining and targeting immune regulatory mechanisms in cancer (Science, 2020; Immunity, 2017). Current investigations are centered on dissecting divergent responses of leukocytes and cancer cells to tumor microenvironment-induced stress, as well as to define metabolic perturbations associated with these cellular stress responses. We pursue these studies by leveraging our novel mouse models, advanced technical approaches, and human specimens. Highly motivated candidates with experience in immunology, T cell biology, and cancer biology are encouraged to apply. Postdoctoral Fellows are expected to establish an innovative, collaborative research program addressing important and fundamental questions. Interdisciplinary and translational approaches are encouraged. Qualified candidates must be in the process of completing training for Ph.D. and/or M.D. graduate degrees with a strong publication record and looking to move to the next stage of their training. Among the key duties of this position are the following:
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| 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 | Information about the benefits provided to Rutgers employees can be found at: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview |
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| Terms of Appointment | Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility | None |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment | PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Lab environment. Moderate noise. Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs, and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases. Universal precautions are mandatory. Exposure to hazardous chemicals. |
| Special Conditions |
| Posting Number | 21ST2908 |
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| Regional Campus | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus | Downtown New Brunswick |
| Location Details | New Brunswick, NJ 08901 |