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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Academic Clinical Microbiologist and Director, Open Rank
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A Microbiologist studies microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and parasites. Collects samples and grows cultures; isolates and classifies microorganisms and studies their structure, growth and development; monitors the effect of microorganisms on other organisms and the environment.
$91,947 / year median in New Jersey
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Details A minimum of $259,577 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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: 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 Posting Summary The Department of Pathology, Immunology, and Laboratory Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level in the Section of Microbiology in the Division of Clinical Pathology. The section is responsible for the performance of microbiology pathology laboratory services at University Hospital-the school's 519-bed tertiary care core teaching hospital. The primary responsibility of the medical microbiologist is the technical and scientific oversight of the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory at University Hospital as well as point-of-care and rapid infectious disease diagnostic tests located within other areas of the hospital. This individual will provide leadership for staff, will plan, organize, and direct the activities of the laboratory with the assistance of managers, supervisors, and senior technologists, and will serve as a subject matter expert and consultant, closely collaborating with physicians and other health care providers. The director will participate in training pathology residents, infectious disease fellows, and medical students. The Director will have responsibility for providing clinical microbiology direction to the University Hospital clinical microbiology laboratory, including laboratory oversight, test validation, and maintenance of College of American Pathologists accreditation of the section; experience in a CAP-accredited laboratory is desirable. Molecular microbiology knowledge is also desirable. A strong academic orientation is favorable, including evidence of scholarly achievement and proposals or current funding for translational research projects.