Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Cognitive Aging and Minority Health |
| Department |
Inst-Hth,Hth Care Pol&Agng Res |
| Salary Details |
A maximum of $65,000 is budgeted for this position. |
| 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- 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 Postdoctoral Research Associate will join a multidisciplinary research team focused on cognitive aging and health disparities among minority populations. This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of neurodegeneration, cognition, vascular risk factors and diabetes, with a particular focus on underrepresented groups including Native American populations, individuals with Down syndrome, and minoritized aging cohorts.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ongoing and developing studies investigating the interplay between longitudinal cognitive outcomes, metabolic and vascular risk factors. The postdoc will work closely with the PI and a team of neuropsychologists, neurologists and cognitive neuroscientists from the Herbert and Jacqueline Krieger Alzheimer's Research Center.
Applicants must have experience working with statistical packages (e.g., R and/or Python). Experience working with neuroimaging is desirable. Ideal candidates will have a background in Psychology, Psychiatry, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or Biomedical Engineering, and an interest in studying the earliest stages of Alzheimer's disease.
The Postdoc will participate in lab meetings, research-in-progress seminars, and presentations at conferences. They will prepare manuscripts based on their research, aid in developing the PI's grant applications, and will be expected to apply for personal grant funding.
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Posting Number |
25FA0856 |
| Posting Open Date |
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| Posting Close Date |
11/30/2025 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- PhD or MD in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Public Health, or related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience working with minority aging populations.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Proficiency in statistical programming (e.g., R, Python) for data analysis and visualization.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate research findings to both academic and non-academic audiences.
- Proficiency with standard office and data tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, reference managers, etc.)..
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Must have at least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Specific experience with Native American communities, individuals with Down syndrome, or populations at risk for diabetes is desirable.
- Experience working with neuroimaging is desirable.
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| Overview |
The Herbert and Jacqueline Krieger Klein Alzheimer's Research Center is New Jersey's first center dedicated solely to advancing Alzheimer's and dementia research. Our mission is clear: to lead the way in finding solutions to prevent and treat this devastating disease. With a focus on translating groundbreaking research into real-world impact, our team is committed to improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities affected by Alzheimer's. Through collaboration and innovation, we aim to deliver meaningful outcomes for those at risk and currently battling the disease.
The Herbert and Jacqueline Krieger Klein Alzheimer's Research Center focuses on advancing research to delay, prevent, and treat Alzheimer's and related neurodegenerative diseases through innovative studies and clinical collaborations. |
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Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/259402 |
| Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
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