Research Teaching Specialist I

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Teaching Specialist I Job Category Staff & Executive

• Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department Institute for Translational Medicine and Science 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 Research Teaching Specialist I (RTS I) for the Burdo Laboratory at the Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science (RITMS).

Under the supervision of the PI, this position will conduct cutting-edge research in our well-equipped laboratory, focusing on human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and associated cardiac and brain comorbidities, as well as HIV cure research. This person in this position will be responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and directing parts of several research projects within the Burdo laboratory.

Responsibilities include performing laboratory experimentation, data analysis, and literary research as required; following of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols in the lab; operating and maintaining moderately complex laboratory equipment; documenting, compiling, and interpreting experimental data. Weekly progress on projects and data analysis are reported directly to the PI.

Participating in the development of research project goals, stating problems to be investigated, creating an experimental design, and proposing procedures to accomplish the projects' objectives. This position will be responsible for making ongoing revisions to the project's experimental plans and procedures as needed, as well as assisting in developing systems for data collection and data management.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Cell Culture work: isolation and purification of cell lines from human and animal tissue and blood samples, quality control testing, and daily maintenance of cell lines.

• Immunological assays: processing samples for fluorescent, confocal, or EM staining, immunohistochemistry & immunocytochemistry staining, ELISAs, and flow cytometry/FACS.

• Molecular Biology work: RNA/DNA isolation & purification, PCR and qPCR, immunoprecipitations, and western blots.

• Generates and analyzes data for peer-reviewed publications and grant applications.

• Provide scientific instruction, guidance, and mentoring for students, fellows, technicians, and laboratory assistants.

• Assists in the development of research project goals, creating an experimental design, and proposing procedures to accomplish the projects' objectives and they are responsible for making ongoing revisions to the project experimental plan and procedures as needed.

• Provide scientific instruction, guidance, and mentoring for students, fellows, technicians, and laboratory assistants.

• Prepare materials for conferences, write manuscripts, reports, and participate in grant writing and editing.

• Operate and maintain moderately complex laboratory equipment. Regularly check equipment for malfunctions and perform minor repairs.

• Additional responsibilities include administrative duties, keeping accurate records and notes, working knowledge of MS office to keep inventories of experimental reagents, data analysis, and other general lab duties.

• Ensures that the staff and students are trained and evaluated on their knowledge of and adherence to compliance policies and procedures specific to their jobs.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA Exempt Grade 28S Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 81539.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 99241.000 Annual Maximum Salary 116940.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description CWA, Local 1031 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.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff

• 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• All applicants should have a degree in one of the following fields: biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, immunology, molecular biology, virology, or another related field.

• The ideal applicants will have a Ph.D. and at least four (4) years research experience in the field of neurotropic viruses, or a master's degree plus seven (7) or more years of related research experience in the field of neurotropic viruses.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in performing basic scientific assays including RNA/DNA extraction, and protein preparation, qPCR & real time-PCR, western blot analysis, and ELISAs are essential.

• Additional training provided as needed.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior supervisory/lead experience is an asset.

• Experience with HIV, virology, or immunology are preferred.

Equipment Utilized

• Tissue culture hoods and incubators, centrifuges, electrophoresis apparatus for proteins and nucleic acids, electroporator, flow cytometry, thermal cyclers, light, confocal and fluorescent microscopes, histopathology processor, embedding center, microtome and cryostat, ELISA plate washer, ELISA plate reader, ddPCR, qPCR, and other equipment as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Occasional lifting 25-50 lbs.

• Intermittently sitting/standing/stooping, typically sitting at a desk or table.

• Must be able to work at a computer for an extended period and must be able to operate specialized laboratory/scientific equipment.

• Biosafety Level 2 and 2+ laboratory environment working with human and animal fluids and tissue. Requires laboratory safety training.

• Caustic and toxic chemicals.

• Handle controlled substances such as pharmaceutical, radiological, or hazardous materials.

Special Conditions

• Position is contingent upon funding.

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1217 Posting Open Date 05/20/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Rutgers University

• New Brunswick City New Brunswick 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.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a degree in one of the following fields: biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, immunology, molecular biology, virology, or another related field?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a Ph.D. and at least four (4) years research experience in the field of neurotropic viruses, or a master's degree plus seven (7) or more years of related research experience in the field of neurotropic viruses, or an equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application