Laboratory Assistant (Computational)

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory Assistant (Computational) Posting Number 24TM0135 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.

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Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) - Abraira Lab. 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.

• Handles 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.

• Enhances the depth and breadth of research through interdisciplinary efforts and sharing findings with both internal and external research teams.

• Involves publication and dissemination activities, including writing and contributing to peer-reviewed publications and presenting findings at scientific forums and conferences.

Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week 40 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

FLSA Nonexempt Position Salary $15.13-$25.00 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

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 Preferred Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Data analysis is another 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.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

• Multiple Vacancies.

Posting Details

Posting Open Date 04/17/2024 Posting Close Date 01/01/2025 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

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a 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?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application