Postdoctoral Associate

Overview

The Cai Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to study mitochondrial mechanisms in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease.

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number 25FA0792

Posting Open Date 08/12/2025

Location Rutgers University-New Brunswick, Nelson Biology Labs, Piscataway, NJ

Department SAS-DLS-Cell Bio & Neurosci

Salary Details minimum salary $63,968

Posting Summary The Cai Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to study mitochondrial mechanisms in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease.

• Conduct research focused on mitochondrial mechanisms in Alzheimer’s disease pathogenesis under the supervision of the PI.
• Design, execute, analyze, and interpret experiments; prepare results for publication and presentation.
• Collaborate with team members; contribute to the develop­ment of research plans and projects.

• Minimum
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  PhD degree in neurobiology or a related field.
• Certifications/Licenses: Not specified.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: PhD degree in neurobiology and neurodegeneration.
• Preferred Qualifications: PhD degree with related experience in mitochondrial mechanisms and neurodegenerative diseases.

• 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
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

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Posting Details

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Location:

New Brunswick, New Jersey;
Campus:
Rutgers University-New Brunswick, Busch Campus