Lab Assistant

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Lab Assistant Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department RWJ - Neurosurgery 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 Lab Assistant for the department of Neurosurgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Senior Research Associate and Postdoctoral Researchers, the Lab Assistant will assist with neuroimaging research projects. The individual will design, test, and evaluate methods and protocols for processing and analyzing neuroimaging data, including structural CT/MRI, resting-state fMRI, DTI, and task-based fMRI, using statistical, computational, and machine-learning approaches. The neuroimaging data will be interpreted along with the study subject's demographic information and neurocognitive performance scores. This person will summarize and organize collected data and publish the results of investigations in professional journals. The individual should work at some level of independence under the mentorship of the PI and Senior Research Associate.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Aid with research in publication editing, bioinformatics analysis, neuroimaging analysis, statistical analysis, data visualization, and histology.
• Develop and maintain reproducible workflows using Python, R, or comparable tools for neuroimaging data processing, quality control, statistical analysis, and visualization.
• Apply statistical and machine-learning methods, including functional connectivity analysis, and integrate imaging-derived features with demographic, clinical, behavioral, and neurocognitive data.
• Prepare figures, tables, analytical reports, and technical documentation for presentations, publications, and collaboration while maintaining data quality, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Assists in maintaining records and files.
• Ensures maintenance of laboratory equipment is in good working order.
• Keeps detailed records of procedures and experiments.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 132 Salary Details Minimum Salary 20.280 Mid Range Salary 20.780 Maximum Salary 21.400 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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 35.00 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description Teamsters 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biological sciences, molecular biology, data science, statistics, computer science, engineering, or a related science field.
• One year of experience working in a basic science lab environment.
• Experience with graphing, statistical analysis, and data management.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Effective communication skills for presenting data and interacting with team members.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of research integrity and compliance with institutional guidelines.
• Excellent written, verbal, and computer skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Attentive to record keeping, filing, data management, integrity, and accuracy.
• Must be able to work independently and/or collaboratively.
• Outstanding presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: The position requires the ability to perform laboratory work, including standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods. The candidate must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in a laboratory environment that may involve exposure to biological samples, chemicals, and standard laboratory equipment. The candidate must adhere to all institutional safety guidelines and federal regulations. The noise level is generally moderate. Some work may require flexible scheduling to meet experimental timelines.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1534 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS) 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.

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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. 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 Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biological sciences, molecular biology, data science, statistics, computer science, engineering, or a related science field?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have one year of experience working in a basic science lab environment?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application