New

Post Doc

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

May 12, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Post Doc
Department	Advanced Energy Systems Center
Salary Details	64000
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 Center for Advanced Energy Systems is seeking a Post-Doc Associate. CAES currently operates as the Field Managers for the Department of Energy Industrial Training and AssessmentCenter ( ITAC) Program. The Field Manager works directly with the ITAC Program Manager at DOE while focusing on program quality assurance. As the Field Manager, CAES supervises all the institute of higher education ( IHE) centers in the program and serves as a liaison between the ITACs and DOE. The program provides no-cost energy assessments to small and medium sized manufacturing plants in the US and has been operating for over 30 years. The Post Doc is an integral member of CAES. The Post Doc Associate reports to the Center Director and plays a critical role to the internal functions of the office but is also outward facing through direct contact with ITAC Directors and Faculty. The Post Doc Associate manages a variety of projects and opportunities to support CAES initiatives. This person will direct all student innovations currently conducted by the center. Research Lead and Publishing Papers 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 Grant Support and Opportunities Supporting the success of the ITAC implementation grants program Work with the DOE program team to maximize the reach and success of the Implementation grants program Ensure the Centers are reaching out to their previous and new clients to inform them of the grant opportunity and how to get more information. Collect and synthesize feedback from the Centers and their clients on how to improve the program. Supervised Student Research 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
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	26FA0401
Posting Open Date	04/30/2026
Posting Close Date	05/31/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Ph.D. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Energy Systems Engineering (or similar degree) or equivalent experience Experience performing and leading university research programs Experience publishing and/or co-authoring 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
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Ph.D. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Energy Systems Engineering (or similar degree) or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications	Ph.D. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Energy Systems Engineering (or similar degree) or equivalent experience
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/273192
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
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