Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory/Technical Assistant Casual

Posting Number 25TM0229

Department SAS-DLS-Ctr Collab Neurosci

Overview

The School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers–New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts. SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students, SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni.

SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University.

The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS). This position is dedicated to providing basic level laboratory and technical support, with a specific emphasis on the study of Low-Threshold Mechanoreceptors (LTMR) subtypes and their roles in innocuous touch circuitry in the mouse spinal cord.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Encompasses a range of duties, primarily focused on research and experimentation in the field of somatosensation using mouse genetics.
• Conducts laboratory experiments and developing research protocols to gain rigorous and innovative research outcomes.
• Includes mouse behavior analysis to gain insights into the impact of genetic variations on somatosensory processing and related behaviors. This task is achieved through designing and conducting mouse behavioral experiments and interpreting the resulting data.
• Entails mouse colony management, ensuring the availability of specific genetic strains of mice for research, which includes managing, breeding, and genotyping mouse colonies.
• Involves publication and dissemination activities, including writing and contributing to peer-reviewed publications and presenting findings at scientific forums and conferences.

FLSA Nonexempt

Salary Details $15.49 - $25.00/hourly

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.

Position Status Part Time

Working Hours (per week) 19.5

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully-on site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant laboratory technician or research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests, or other technical work may be substituted for the degree.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Data analysis is a crucial component, requiring the use of advanced analytical methods such as imaging, electrophysiological recordings, and molecular analyses to develop a comprehensive understanding of experimental results.
• Collaboration is also an integral part of the job, aiming to enhance the depth and breadth of research through interdisciplinary efforts and sharing findings with both internal and external research teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Open Date 06/09/2025

Posting Close Date 07/09/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

City Piscataway

State NJ

Location Details

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