Student Assistant, Part Time (Multiple Vacancies)

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Student Assistant, Part Time (Multiple Vacancies)

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 Student Assistant for the Child Health Institute within the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of Dr. Zhiping Pang (Principal Investigator) the Student Assistants will be responsible for conducting experiments related to animal behavior or stem cell culture and neurodifferentiation. Applicants should have a broad (college-level) knowledge in neuroscience, genetics, molecular biology, and/or biochemistry. Applicants should have an interest in learning to perform molecular, cellular and imaging experiments a plus. Must have the ability to work collaboratively and independently.

As part of their career development to transition to the next phase of their career, the Student Assistants 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.

This part-time position is for the summer semester beginning June 5, 2023 through September 1, 2023.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Conducting a continuous program of research and development.
• Assist in performing experiments related to synaptic regulation using cultured neurons, cell biology, biochemistry as well as molecular biology.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory instrumentation such as centrifuges, electrophoresis, and confocal microscopes.
• Keep detailed records of procedures and experiments; may be required to compile data and present results.
• Perform various research and technical procedures and other related duties, as assigned.
• Evaluate existing procedures and propose modifications or changes in order to keep the methodology and procedures current.
• Assist the Principal Investigator with the preparation of grant applications, lab organizations and ordering.
• Work collaboratively and independently with laboratories and researchers within CHI and Rutgers.

Position Status Part Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 99H

Position Salary $14.13 per hour; 15 hours per week max

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

• Applicants should have basic level knowledge in neuroscience, genetics, molecular biology, and/or biochemistry.
• College students (must have at least one semester college-level courses).

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have effective oral and written communication skills; and the 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be highly motivated, self-driven, creative, and interactive.
• Applicants should have an interest in learning to perform molecular, cellular, and imaging experiments.
• Researcher must have the ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Equipment Utilized

• Standard office equipment; hardware/software
• Lab equipment and supplies

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Student must be able to work with rodents.
• Must follow all safety precautions in laboratory, as required.
• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment.
• Must pass employee health clearance, TB Test and required safety training.
• Some lifting may be required: laboratory items and/or boxes.
• Walking, standing, sitting is required.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 23ST1196

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

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees (https://policies.rutgers.edu/60-1-35-currentpdf) , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals (https://policies.rutgers.edu/sites/default/files/100-3-1-current.pdf) , 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

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