Temporary Research Assistant - Job at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ

Temporary Research Assistant

New Brunswick, NJ

Posted 5 days ago

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Recruitment/Posting Title	Temporary Research Assistant
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 Temporary Research Assistant position with the Child Health Institute at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the direction of the (PI) and lab members, the Temp Research Assistant (TRA) will be responsible for the performance and analysis of experiments focused on studying human stem cell models of genetic mutations causing autism and intellectual disability (ID). The project is part of a larger effort in the lab to define the role of intracellular signaling in establishing male bias in intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder. While some experience with cell culture is preferred, the TRA will work closely with a postdoctoral fellow in the lab in maintaining several induced pluripotent stem cell lines (iPSCs) and differentiating them into neurons. They should have a broad (college-level) knowledge of biochemistry, cell biology, and neurobiology. The TRA will also be responsible for using confocal microscopy techniques to analyze multiple aspects of neuronal differentiation. As part of their career development to transition to the next phase of their career, the TRA 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: Perform and analyze experiments to define how modulation of intracellular signaling affect differentiation in stem cell models of autism and ID. Maintain stem cell lines and differentiated neurons with sterile technique following established protocols. Assist other laboratory members in the generation of animals for cell culture experiments. Assist in the instruction and training of undergraduate students in laboratory techniques and procedures in cell biology and animal behavior to carry out research assignments. Compile and analyze data with appropriate statistical analysis, conclusions, and future directions in support of further CHI research. Adhere to established performance standards and coordination of instrumentation and experimental approaches in support of CHI research.
Position Status	Per Diem
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	99H
Position Salary	$18.00 - $23.00 per/hr; based on experience
Annual Minimum Salary
Annual Mid Range Salary
Annual Maximum Salary
Standard Hours	35.00
Union Description	Non-Union
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Position Pension Eligibility

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Completion of undergraduate and/or graduate degree, or currently enrolled in undergraduate/graduate studies. Major in a biomedical discipline or psychology.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must be familiar with basic molecular biology procedures in a research laboratory setting. Must have effective oral and written communication skills; and ability to understand and communicate in English to sufficiently perform the job duties. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must have the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Preferred Qualifications	Prior laboratory experience working with rodents. Expertise with behavioral analysis in animal models.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Must be able to perform laboratory research. 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 and animal training. Must follow all safety precautions in laboratory, as required.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST0746
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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Job Summary

Company

Rutgers University

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Temporary, Full Time

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Open