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Post-Doctoral Associate

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, Newark

Mar 05, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Post-Doctoral Associate
Department	CMBN
Salary Details	A minimum of $63,968.
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
Posting Summary	The Aging & Brain Health Alliance in the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience ( CMBN) at Rutgers University-Newark seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate with strong prior training in neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, public health, kinesiology, or related biomedical fields, and an interest in applying interdisciplinary research methods to the study of aging and Alzheimer's disease prevention. The position is renewable and the anticipated start date is June 1, 2026. Post-Doctoral Associates who work in our lab will participate in our NIH-funded study of Pathways to Healthy Aging in African Americans, which draws on interdisciplinary methods from cognitive neuroscience, genetics of Alzheimer's disease and memory, exercise physiology and kinesiology, public health, sleep research, and immunology. Our research focuses on identifying biological, behavioral, and lifestyle factors that influence cognitive aging and Alzheimer's disease risk. We have an extensive community engagement program in the greater Newark area that recruits older African Americans into both longitudinal and interventional research studies. We work collaboratively with several other aging and brain research centers. These collaborations provide opportunities for interdisciplinary training and collaboration with investigators studying aging and Alzheimer's disease.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	26FA0189
Posting Open Date	03/05/2026
Posting Close Date	12/31/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Neurobiology, or related field. Rigorous training and experience in statistics, data analysis, and human experimental research methods. Prior experience writing and submitting academic papers and research grants. An interest in working with different populations, especially African Americans, on health disparities research.
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and/or teaching statement and contact information for references.
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/270175
Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
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