Lab Researcher IV- Port Norris NJ

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jan 10, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Lab Researcher IV- Port Norris NJ
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	SEBS-Haskin Shellfsh Rsrch Lab
Overview	The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics. In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Lab Researcher IV - Port Norris NJ for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. Under the guidance and direction of senior support staff and/or faculty, this position provides routine technical support and coordination of lower-level staff to support shellfish and finfish research programs at the Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Conducts experiments in the lab. Cares for live animals. Collects biological and physical samples at sea aboard fishing and research vessels and/or from shore as well as processing of samples, data entry and maintenance of records. Assists with data organization, analysis, reporting and dissemination.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	52200.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	66071.00
Annual Maximum Salary	79941.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
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.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in biology, marine science, ecology, or a related field and a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience collecting aquaculture data, ecological data, fishery-dependent data, fishery-independent data, and oceanographic data.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Ability to manage and manipulate large datasets, and to write code for analysis of data. Experience assisting in coordination of research projects and seasonal or technical staff.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with shellfish identification in the Mid-Atlantic region. Experience participating in aquaculture and fisheries research projects in the mid-Atlantic region. Knowledge and experience with various field sampling methods including fisheries cooperative methods. Experience with field data collection hardware and software. Working knowledge of one or more statistical software programming languages (ex. R) and their application to ecological data analysis. Strong record of working cooperatively with the aquaculture and commercial fishing industry. General understanding of offshore wind development and interactions between offshore wind and fisheries.
Equipment Utilized	Electronic measuring boards, R, DCS Linkstream, BORIS, Marel scales, GoPro cameras, chevron traps, trawls, hook-and-line fishing gear, Baited Remote Underwater Video cameras.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and work at sea overnight for up to seven consecutive days.
Special Conditions	Travel and days at sea are required.

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0072
Posting Open Date	01/10/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Off Campus
City	Port Norris
State	NJ
Location Details

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