Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Postdoctoral Associate |
| Department |
Engn-Civil & Environ Engn |
| 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. |
| 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 |
A postdoc position is available
immediately in Dr. Yalin Li's group in Civil & Environmental Engineering at Rutgers University-New Brunswick (
https://yalinli.group;
https://cee.rutgers.edu/yalin-li). The postdoc will lead research on process design, techno-economic analysis (
TEA), and market survey/analyses of cell-free systems. The position is funded as a part of the National Science Foundation's >$32 MM
CFIRE initiative in biotechnology to accelerate the adoption of cell-free systems. The project is a collaboration between Rutgers and Caravel Bio., California Institute of Technology, Avery Bio., and Oregon State University. More information about the
CFIRE initiative and the project can be found through the links below:
https://www.nsf.gov/tip/updates/nsf-invests-more-32m-biotechnology-accelerating-adoption
https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2452693
The initial appointment will be for 12 months, renewable for another 2 years contingent on satisfactory performance and the availability of funding. As a part of
CFIRE and its sister initiative
USPRD (Use-Inspired Acceleration of Protein Design), the postdoc will be able to tap into a strong cohort of researchers, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and policymakers in biotechnology. Dr. Li will work closely with the postdoc to provide tailored mentoring plans based on their career goals, and will fund activities for professional development (e.g., conferences and workshops).
About the Li Group
The Li Group focuses on advancing the sustainability of water and energy infrastructure through integrated experimentation and modeling. The group is interested in: (i) experimental development of thermochemical and catalytic technologies for resource recovery and biomanufacturing; and (ii) sustainable design and decision-making to prioritize the research, development, and deployment of technologies. The group's work has been funded by the National Science Foundation, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the National Research Foundation of Singapore. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Posting Number |
25FA0899 |
| Posting Open Date |
09/26/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
10/06/2025 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Synthetic Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, or related fields. Highly motivated, capable of working independently and in a collaborative environment. |
| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
Experience with process design/synthesis/optimization and
TEA.
Experience with relevant tools (e.g., Aspen Plus, SuperPro Designer).
Experience with programming (Python in particular) and AI/ML.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with evidence of scientific impact of their Ph.D. |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Prospective candidates should submit the following materials: brief cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and up to two examples of scholarly output (e.g., published or submitted manuscripts). Application review will begin immediately and continue until the ideal candidate is identified.
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| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/260203 |
| Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Busch (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
Piscataway |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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