Postdoctoral Associate
Company: Rutgers University
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Posting Summary Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey is
seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Biochemistry
& Microbiology within the School of Environmental and Biological
Sciences. The Laboratory of Dr. Debashish Bhattacharya has an open
Postdoctoral Associate position in the filed of algal and seaweed
multi-omics and metabolic engineering in support of multiple
ongoing projects. Under the direction of Dr. Bhattacharya the
individual will be responsible for the independent conduct of a
significant element of a larger research activity in algal and
seaweed biotechnology, computational biology, and genetics aimed at
developing platforms for generating valuable bioproducts from the
brown seaweed Sargassum with a focus on bioprospecting using
microbiome data. This Postdoctoral Associate will identify
carbohydrate active enzymes to be used for downstream applications
by collaborators and design and conduct highly specialized and
technical research and aid graduate students with their research
programs. The Bhattacharya Lab at Rutgers University leverages many
experimental approaches including multi-omics, physiology, live
culture, and computational approaches to ask fundamental questions
about algal and seaweed biology, adaptation, and conservation and
algal plastid origin and evolution as well as algal extremophile
biology. The candidate will have the opportunity to join a highly
motivated and broadly trained laboratory that seeks to both
generate basic knowledge and develop conservation tools. Among the
key duties of this position are the following: Performs various
research and technical operations independently or as assigned,
relating to investigatory activities of a laboratory, followed by
appropriate reports, recommendations and conclusions. Assists and
conducts independent research relevant to the interest and field of
algal and seaweed multi-omics and biotechnological research with
living and preserved samples. Participates in the development of
performance standards, selection of methodology and instrumentation
and coordination of the analytical, biochemical, physiology,
genetics, and instrumentation functions with the research areas to
ensure conformance with the goals and objectives of the PI’s lab.
Conducts a continuous program of research and development regarding
the analytical and instrumentation functions of the laboratory,
constantly evaluating existing procedures where required to keep
methodology and procedures current. Contributes to the supervision
of the work performed by graduate and undergraduate students and
other postdoctoral fellows. This is a grant funded position,
continuation of employment in this position is contingent upon
adequate grant funds. Overview The School of Environmental and
Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one
of the undergraduate schools of Rutgers University in New
Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching,
and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum
from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the
fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer
21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences,
microbiology, biotechnology, agricultural business and food
systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences,
ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography,
environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology,
and environmental economics. In addition to instruction in the
classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities
for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing
emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term
study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of
applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural
Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and
marine stations throughout the state. Preferred Qualifications A
background in algal and or seaweed biology and genetics is
preferred.
Keywords: Rutgers University, Jersey City , Postdoctoral Associate, Science, Research & Development , New Brunswick, New Jersey
