Research Teaching Specialist V

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Teaching Specialist V Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department RWJ - Neuroscience & Cell Biol 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 V for the Department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Research Teaching Specialist V performs research activities investigating the role of transcription factors in controlling motor neuron development and susceptibility to neurodegeneration.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• As directed, performs various research and technical operations relative to the ongoing investigatory activities of the laboratory.
• Participates in the evaluation of existing procedures suggesting revisions where necessary and proposing new procedures where required.
• Assists with training fellows, medical students and lab technicians in laboratory techniques as directed.
• Responsible for submitting purchase recommendations to his/her supervisor and lab manager.
• Ensures that laboratory equipment is maintained in good working orders.
• Keeps detailed records of procedures and experiments.
• Assists in cloning and generating AAVs, injecting AAVs into mice.
• Assists in animal husbandry of control and disease models, tail biopsy collection, monitoring health of colonies.
• Assists in histological preparation of tissue for immunocytochemistry.

FLSA Exempt Grade 17S Salary Details Minimum Salary 49883.000 Mid Range Salary 59362.000 Maximum Salary 69920.000 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 37.5 hours/week Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess strong writing skills, be well organized and have ability to think independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior research experience an asset.
• Knowledge in motor neuron biology, neurodegeneration and ALS, and skills including immunohistochemistry and imaging, highly preferred.
• Hands on experience working with motor neurons either in tissue or in culture with stem cell derived motor neurons, preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.
• WORK ENVIRONMENT: Laboratory environment; moderate noise.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1618 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

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application