Research Associate
New Brunswick, NJ 
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Recruitment/Posting Title Research Associate
Department SAS - Earth & Planetary Sciences
Salary Commensurate With Experience
Posting Summary

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences is seeking a Research Associate to begin September 2020, who is interested in the aqueous geochemistry, biomolecule interactions with mineral surfaces, and the co-evolution of the geosphere and biosphere. The best suited candidate will be expected to have expertise in theoretical and experimental geochemistry related to the origin and early evolution of life on Earth. The hire will participate in highly complex, advanced level experiments using various new and advanced techniques. Additionally, the hire will analyze data, publish journal articles, and attract external funding with a multidisciplinary research team. This Research Associate position is grant funded, and renewal is contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding.

Position Status
Posting Number 20FA0381
Posting Open Date 03/18/2020
Posting Close Date
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Candidates must have completed a doctoral (Ph.D) level program in Geological Sciences or a related field, and have three years of postdoctoral research experience.

Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Candidates must have demonstrated expertise in at least two of the following areas: geochemical modeling, experimental geochemistry, mineral chemistry, or physical chemistry of aqueous solutions. The candidates are expected to be proficient in spoken and written English.

Equipment Utilized

Laboratory environment. Universal precautions are mandatory.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Computer data input required. Ability to perform bench-laboratory experiments and use computing resources.

Overview
Statement

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, military status 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.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit the following:
A curriculum vitae (CV)
A statement of research interests
The names and contact information of 3 references

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Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick
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Location Details

This position will be located at:
Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Wright-Rieman Laboratories
610 Taylor Road, Room 142
Piscataway, NJ 08854-8066

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 , 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.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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, pregnancy, 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:

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, pregnancy, 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

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
Required Experience
3+ years
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