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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Post-Doc Nakamura Lab
Department
Human Genetics Institute of NJ
Salary Details
$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.
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• 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

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary
The Nakamura lab in Department of Genetics at Rutgers university has two postdoctoral positions available. The long-term goal of Nakamura lab is to identify the genetic mechanisms underlying fish diversity and their contribution to the fish-to-tetrapod transition. To this end, we bridge functional genomics, genetics, and embryology using model and non-model organisms, including zebrafish, skates, sharks, and spotted gar. More information about ongoing research projects can be found on the lab website (http://nakamuralab.com/).
Candidates should have strong research records in any of the following areas: developmental biology, evolutionary biology, genomics, or other relevant fields. Our lab is a highly interdisciplinary environment, therefore, scientific curiosity and strong communication skills are indispensable. Experience in fish embryology, comparative anatomy, high-throughput sequencing, or bioinformatics data analysis is preferred, but not required.
Rutgers University is located in New Brunswick, NJ, which is only 45 minutes away from NYC by train. Many competitive research universities and institutes are in the Northeast area, offering remarkable opportunities for collaboration and research conferences.
Position Status
Full Time
Posting Number
26FA0484
Posting Open Date
05/14/2026
Posting Close Date
12/14/2026
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Requirements for the position include Ph.D's degree in one of the following area - developmental biology, molecular biology, evolutionary biology, genomics, or any other related fields. The successful candidate will lead research projects to understand the genetic mechanisms underlying the fish diversity and evolutionary novelties. Extensive knowledge about molecular biology and passion for fish research are necessary. Experience in genomics (RNA-seq, genome-seq. etc.), paleontology, or comparative anatomy will be a plus, but is not strictly required. The candidate will most importantly demonstrate an ability to lead competitive research projects.
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Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/275082
Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City
Piscataway, New Jersey
State
NJ
Location Details
Piscataway, NJ 08854
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