Job Description
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory Research Assistant
Posting Number 25TM0183
Department CABM
Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Laboratory Research Assistant for Dr. Tina Liu’s laboratory in the Center for Advanced Biotechnology & Medicine (CABM).
CABM is a multidisciplinary hub for biomedical research at Rutgers University, whose mission is to make fundamental discoveries and develop new technologies that can be translated to improve human health.
The Liu lab seeks to explore the mechanisms of CRISPR-Cas systems, and engineer their components for nucleic acid sensing, diagnostics, and other biotechnological applications. This position will assist the PI, Dr. Tina Liu, with routine lab operations, preparation of reagents, and application of experimental methods to support research projects.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Helps establish a new laboratory, where you can make a visible impact on our lab’s operations, research, and culture, while also enjoying direct mentorship and training from the Principal Investigator (PI).
- Maintains a clean and organized lab space, including routine unpacking and storage of laboratory supplies.
- Keeps detailed records of experimental procedures and data using an electronic lab notebook, and present periodic progress reports.
- Performs routine maintenance, calibration, and cleaning of laboratory equipment, and coordinates with vendors for equipment repairs and/or troubleshooting.
- Assists with managing laboratory operations, including ordering and restocking supplies, tracking inventory levels, and communicating with vendors for purchasing new equipment/supplies
- Provides experimental support to ongoing research projects, which may include performing DNA or RNA extractions and purifications, in vitro transcription, protein expression and purification, molecular cloning and other standard molecular biology, microbiological, and biochemistry techniques.
Visit https://sites.rutgers.edu/tina-liu-lab/ for more information about our laboratory.
FLSA Nonexempt
Salary Details $37,440 – $44,405
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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- 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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours (per week) 40
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment – Salaried 12 Month
Qualifications
- Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, cell biology, chemistry, genetics, bioengineering, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemical biology, or other life science-related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses
- Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong communication, collaboration/teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Office and electronic laboratory notebooks for data entry, protocol organization, progress report preparation, order tracking, and maintaining inventory levels.
- Ability to execute standard molecular biology and biochemical methods, including PCR, molecular cloning, nucleic acid extraction and purification, gel electrophoresis, protein expression and purification, microbial cell culture, and preparation of media and buffers.
- Preferred Qualifications Recent hands-on laboratory experience with molecular biology and biochemistry techniques (within the last two years).
- Research experience in protein/RNA biochemistry, microbiology, or CRISPR-Cas systems.
Equipment Utilized
- Physical Demands and Work Environment Laboratory Environment.
- Universal safety precautions are mandatory.
Special Conditions
Posting Details
- Special Instructions to Applicants Qualified applicants must meet the minimum education and experience requirements by the start date of this position.
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
