Temporary Research Assistant - Newark, United States - Rutgers University

Rutgers University

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Newark, United States

2 weeks ago

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Description

Position Details:

Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Temporary Research Assistant
Job Category

Staff & Executive

Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department
NJMS-Microbiology
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.
Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant for NJMS
Microbiology. This position is under the direction of the Principal Investigator.

The Temporary Research Assistant performs and assists with technical laboratory procedures and analyses in support of specialized research activities including relevant procedures such as:

PCR, Real-Time PCR, chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP), western blotting, preparation of DNA and RNA for next-generation sequencing, cell culture, animal handling and breeding and mouse dissections.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Is responsible for the breeding and genotyping of mice and general maintenance of animal colonies.
Order, unpacks, and stores laboratory equipment and supplies.
Prepares and maintains cell culture reagents and stock solutions.
Assists with maintenance of equipment and instruments.
Is responsible for recording and analyzing data and maintaining the laboratory records, files and databases.
Assists with experiment preparation and execution including animal dissection and tissue harvesting.
Performs laboratory bench work involving mouse and human cellular, and molecular biological assays.

Position Status

Part Time
Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

FLSA

Nonexempt
Grade
99H
Position Salary

- $18 per hour
Annual Minimum Salary

Annual Mid Range Salary

Annual Maximum Salary

Standard Hours

35.00
Union Description
Non-Union
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment
Hourly
Position Pension Eligibility
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science.
Incumbents with higher level degree are encouraged to apply.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Computer literacy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and record keeping skills are necessary
Ability in a team environment is essential

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in cellular and molecular biological techniques, and/or mouse models of disease is highly preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL
DEMANDS:

Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. No significant demands.

WORK
ENVIRONMENT:

Laboratory environment. Moderate noise.

Special Conditions