Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Work Assistant, Part Time (Multiple Vacancies)

Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department RWJ-Child Health Institute

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 Work Assistant for the Child Health Institute of New Jersey at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction and supervision of the PI and Lab Manager, the Work Assistant will learn a wide array of applied techniques relevant to their field of study. The Work Assistants will be trained in improving their experimental design skills and their oral and written presentation skills. Multiple resources for career development to aid with these requirements will be provided by the PI.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists in performing experiments related to cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and/or neuroscience.
• Assists in maintaining laboratory instrumentation such as centrifuges, electrophoresis, and confocal microscopes.
• Compiles and analyzes data with appropriate statistical analysis, conclusions, and future directions in support of further CHI research.
• Adhere to established performance standards and coordination of experimental approaches in support of CHI research.
• Keeps clear and detailed records of the analyses performed in accordance with laboratory guidelines, maintain data in shared and readily accessible locations, present data to the PI and other lab members.

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 99H

Salary Details $15.49/hour

Minimum Salary 15.49

Mid Range Salary 75.00

Maximum Salary 150.00

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)

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility None

Minimum Education and Experience

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program.
• Broad (college-level) knowledge in relevant biological sciences including biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology and/or neuroscience.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have effective oral and written communication skills; and the ability to understand and communicate sufficiently perform the job duties.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools.
• Researcher must have the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Must be highly motivated, self-driven, creative, and interactive.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in learning to perform molecular, cellular, and imaging experiments a plus.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment.
• Must be able to work with rodents.
• Some lifting may be required: laboratory items and/or boxes.
• Walking, standing, sitting is required.

Work Environment:

• Must pass employee health clearance, TB Test and required safety training.
• Must follow all safety precautions in laboratory, as required.

Special Conditions

Posting Number 25ST0937

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)

City New Brunswick

State NJ

Location Details

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