Post-Doctoral Associate

Post-Doctoral Associate Rutgers University-Camden, the School of Art & Sciences, Biology Department, the Center for Computational and Integrative Biology (CCIB), and the Yakoby Lab, invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate position. This position is supported by NIH-funded grant. The position is renewable based on availability of continuing funding. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is interested in generating new platforms to investigate the co-evolution of the the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and its ligand across Drosophila species. The successful candidate will use a combination of molecular, genetic, biochemical, and computational approaches to study how EGFR signaling levels evolved across species. The successful candidate must have experience with genome engineering (i.e. CRISPR/Cas9), and broad use of molecular biology and biochemical tools to validate genomic alternations. The successful applicant is expected to independently conduct their own research project, and be involved in other laboratory projects related to gene regulation and tissue patterning. The candidate should be excited to work in an interdisciplinary program. Questions about this position should be sent to Dr. Nir Yakoby, View email address on click.appcast.io Position Status - Full Time Posting Number - 26FA0535 Posting Open Date - 05/29/2026 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience - PhD in biology, developmental biology, molecular evolution and development, or related fields. Experience in genome engineering is required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications - Preferably, applicants should have obtained their Ph.D. within the last 2 years. Prior work with Drosophila is desirable. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter, (2) resume/CV, (3) name and contact information for three references, (4) a short research statement outlining current and future research interests. 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Rutgers University-Camden