Rutgers University Seeks Research Associate
Position Title 
Research Associate
Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources
Position Summary
The Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources at Rutgers University is searching for an exceptional Research Associate to lead its core Molecular Ecology facility.
This is a non-tenure-track faculty position with extensive opportunities for leadership across research, teaching, and institutional activities. The shared facility is dedicated to the use of population genomics and eDNA to study the ecology, evolution, and conservation of biodiversity globally.
The successful candidate for this position will:
- Have expertise in all steps of molecular ecology research, from study design through publication
- Have a demonstrated commitment to reproducible and open science
- Develop their research portfolio with new projects and take leadership roles in existing projects
- Enable broad accessibility of the facility by training students and other researchers, providing technical assistance, and other activities
- Maintain the Molecular Ecology facility as a safe, organized, and productive work environment
- Strong experience contributing to diversity, inclusion, and equity
We offer an exciting and interdisciplinary work environment not only through the department (https://deenr.rutgers.edu), but also through the affiliated Ecology & Evolution graduate program
the Institute of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences, the Department of Marine and Coastal Sciences, the Pinelands Field Station, Hutcheson Memorial Forest, Tuckerton Marine Field Station, Chrysler Herbarium, and Haskin Shellfish Research Lab. Information on existing projects in the Molecular Ecology facility is available from the Pinsky, Maslo, and Lockwood lab websites.
We are especially interested in candidates who understand the barriers facing minorities who are underrepresented in ecology & evolution and in higher education careers (as evidenced by life experiences and educational background), and who have experience in equity and diversity with respect to teaching, mentoring, research, life experiences, or service towards building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.
Minimum Education and Experience
- A Ph.D. in ecology & evolution or a related scientific field
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to design, conduct, and publish world-class research in population genomics
- Success or potential for success raising external funds for research
- Experience advising and mentoring student research projects
- Experience with population genomics, bioinformatics, and next-generation sequencing in non-model organisms
- Understanding of and success promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic environments
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills
- Ability to maintain a population genomics lab and coordinate multiple projects
- Independence and self-directed work ethic
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- The associate will have access to a modern population genomics lab and the extensive computing resources at Rutgers University
- Ability to occasionally list 30 lbs
To Apply:
This is a full-time faculty position with extensive benefits. See https://uhr.rutgers.edu. Start date is flexible. Duration is minimum one year but with the expectation of renewal indefinitely.
For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, DEI statement, and names and contact information for three (3) references before December 6, 2021 at https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/140918
For questions, please contact Malin Pinsky (malin.pinsky@rutgers.edu).
Rutgers is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.