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Posting Summary Position Title: Post-Doc Associate Department: Center for Advanced Energy Systems (CAES), Rutgers University-New Brunswick Location: Piscataway, New Jersey, United States Position Status: Full Time Posting Open Date: 04/30/2026 Posting Close Date: 05/31/2026 Responsibilities Coordinate, assist, and supervise CAES ITAC research to support new program features and publications. Coordinate CAES ITAC innovations to support new program features and publications, including both graduate and undergraduate research opportunities. Provide technical training in relevant tools, software, and experimental or analytical methods. Support the success of the ITAC implementation grants program and work with the DOE program team to maximize reach and success. Ensure Centers reach out to previous and new clients to inform them of grant opportunities and how to obtain more information. Collect and synthesize feedback from Centers and their clients to improve the program. Guide students through the full research lifecycle, including problem formulation, methodology design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Oversee student deliverables such as papers and publications to ensure quality and rigor. Manage a variety of projects and opportunities to support CAES initiatives and direct all student innovations currently conducted by the center. Qualifications Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience performing and leading university research programs. Experience publishing and/or co-authoring scientific papers. Experience working with students in a university setting to coordinate research. Familiarity with the ITAC program or Department of Energy-funded programs and grants. Benefits 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. The university encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Rutgers provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment commences during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require appropriate employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted a medical or religious exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or obtain an exemption may result in rescission of an offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rutgers University