Research Associate I - Newark, United States - Rutgers University

Rutgers University

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Newark, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Position Details:

Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Research Associate I
Job Category

Staff & Executive

Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department
NJMS-Research officeAssoc. Dean
Overview
New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.
Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Rutgers RBHS is an anchor institution that boasts locations in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise.

The mission of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School is to educate students, physicians, and scientists to meet society's current and future healthcare needs through patient-centered education; pioneering research; innovative clinical, rehabilitative and preventive care; and collaborative community outreach.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Associate I for NJMS-Research officeAssoc. Dean. The Research Associate I (RAI) functions as a Mass Spectrometry Imaging Specialist. The RAI is a key member of CAPR specializing in molecular imaging, lipidomics, and metabolomics research projects. In addition to assisting core users, the Specialist primarily works with Dr. Wong to design and execute experiments as well as analyze the resulting data.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Works with Dr. Wong and CAPR customers to design MSI experiments, as well as LC/MS-based lipidomics and metabolomics studies.
Prepare samples, set up instrumentation, and conduct mass spectrometry imaging and LC/MS lipidomics or metabolomics experiments.
Processes raw MSI and LC/MS data using available software for visualization, quantification, and data interpretation.
Works with NJMS Molecular and Genomics Informatics Core for additional or more indepth data analysis
Conducts maintenance on MSI & LC/MS equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Addresses hardware and software issues and coordinate with vendors for necessary repairs and upgrades.

Position Status

Full Time
Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Day
Work Arrangement

FLSA

Exempt
Grade
26S
Position Salary
Max starting salary $72,000
Annual Minimum Salary

Annual Mid Range Salary

Annual Maximum Salary

Standard Hours

37.50
Union Description
HPAE, Local 5094
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.

D. degree in a relevant field plus two (2) years of experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Documented experience in MSI, LC/MSbased lipidomics or, metabolomics including sample preparation, instrument operation, and data analysis.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
Attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining highquality standards.
Familiarity with biostatistical analysis, data visualization, pathway analysis and other bioinformatics tools.
Additional expertise in related analytical techniques (e.g., proteomics, GC-MS, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred expertise includes proficiency in using the Waters DESI source, UPLC and Synapt XS platforms.
Experience in MS imaging
Proficiency with Waters DESI and Synapt platforms
Previous experience in a core facility or research support role

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment