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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Temporary Clinical Research Assistant
Job Category Staff & Executive
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
The Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science ( RITMS ) was founded in January 2016 and is directed by the Vice-Chancellor for clinical and translational science, Dr. Reynold Panettieri. RITMS conducts basic research in immunology, physiology and molecular biology. RITMS provides unique opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral research and clinical education, and cooperative education training. The program is interdisciplinary by nature.
The position will cover both the basic scientific research and clinical research worlds of the RITMS . In regards to the clinical research section, the applicant will have the opportunity to observe and assist in all aspects of the clinical research experience. This includes assisting with the research subject visits for various ongoing studies, the creation of protocol for future studies, the adaptation of sponsor-initiated protocols for participation here, and submitting protocols for review by the Institutional Review Board. The basic research expectations include the performance of experiments related with evaluating cellular responses generated by glucocorticoids and cAMP-elevating agents in lung cells. Responsibilities will include culturing different lung cell types (both primary cells and cell lines) and performing immunological assays (immunofluorescent staining, ELISA , & western blots). Additional responsibilities will keeping accurate records and notes; ordering lab supplies; working knowledge of MS Office to keep inventories of experimental reagents; data analysis and general lab duties.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Scheduling and assisting with patient visits
- Performing human and murine Precision Cut Lung Slice ( PCLS ) experiments
- Performing molecular biology techniques ( PCR & real time- PCR techniques, DNA and mRNA sample preparation, plasmid DNA preparation, DNA subcloning, and siRNA/shRNA transfections)
- Data analysis and assistance in publication preparation
- Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy
- Processing clinical samples
- Performing immunological assays (immunofluorescent staining, ELISA , western blots, immunoprecipitations, and flow cytometry/ FACS )
- Additional duties include assisting in experimental design and participating in general laboratory activities
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Submitting protocols for review by the Institutional Review Board
- Culturing different lung cell types (both primary cells and cell lines)
Corporate Compliance Responsibility
- Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers’ regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 99H
Position Salary $14.00-$17.00/hr.
Annual Minimum Salary
Annual Mid Range Salary
Annual Maximum Salary
Standard Hours 40.00
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
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team is required.
- Enrolled in an undergraduate program or recent graduate from one of the following fields: health sciences, nursing, biology, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or other related science field is requirement for this position.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with basic concepts of cell, cell-cell signaling, and molecular biology are preferred.
- Candidates with Precision Cut Lung Slicing ( PCLS ) experience and/or pulmonary research experience are preferred.
- A strong background in cell and molecular biology and tissue culture with experience performing basic scientific assays including tissue culture, western blot analysis, and ELISAs are preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands
Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing. No special vision requirements. Ability to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds
Work Environment
General laboratory setting. Requires extensive safety training. Will be exposed to chemicals.
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number 23ST1973
Posting Open Date
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 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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