Laboratory/Technical Assistant

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Nov 13, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Laboratory/Technical Assistant
Posting Number	24TM0460
Department	SASN - Chemistry
Overview	Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Department Chemistry of the School of Arts and Sciences ( SASN). The Department of Chemistry offers undergraduate major and minor programs in chemistry along with graduate training (M.S. and Ph.D.) in a modern facility with state-of-the-art instrumentation.
Posting Summary	Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Laboratory/Technical Assistant in the Department of Chemistry. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, this Laboratory/Technical Assistant provides experimental and data analysis responsibilities. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Designs and conducts wet-lab experiments aimed at refining binding conditions and assessing interaction efficiencies in the context of experimental optimization of DNA/RNA binding. Analyzes and reports the data obtained from the experimental optimization of DNA/RNA binding. This position is contingent on the continuation of external funding.
Position Status
Hours Per Week	19.5
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Position Salary	$15.13 to $30.00 per hour
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a Bachelor's degree in a scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant laboratory technician or research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests, or other technical work may be substituted for the degree.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Bachelor's degree.
Equipment Utilized	Regularly uses spectrophotometers for measuring absorbance and concentration of nucleic acids; thermal cyclers for PCR and other amplification techniques; and gel electrophoresis to analyze nucleic acid integrity and binding results and and management, and knows or will learn all equipment, software, and specialized materials needed to support the effective and efficient performance of this position.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Laboratory environment and laboratory work such as pipetting, handling samples, and operating equipment, which require manual precision. May necessitate standing for extended periods, moving equipment, and lifting supplies.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	11/11/2024
Posting Close Date	02/09/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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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.

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