Research Teaching Specialist II

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Piscataway

Dec 06, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Teaching Specialist II
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	RWJ-Neuro & Cell Biology-PISC
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 Research Teaching Specialist II for the department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School at Rutgers University. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, is responsible for the management of a medium-sized laboratory area. Designs and conducts highly specialized and technical research investigating the molecular mechanisms of the circadian clock. Supervises work of other members of the laboratory and may be assisted by lower-level professionals. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Generation and maintenance of genetically modified mouse lines. This involves handling mice for breeding, animal husbandry, tail-clipping, earpunching, and PCR genotyping. May also require injection and dissection of animals used in the research activity. Perform experiments using western blotting, qRT-PCR and immunostaining. Assess animal circadian behavior and circadian molecular rhythms using tissue culture system. Provide technical training to new lab members to develop the skills necessary to perform the required functions. Supervise the work of undergraduates and Master's students in the lab. May conduct performance evaluations of non-professional staff members. Assist in the establishment of performance standards as well as the selection of methodology and instrumentation. Assist with development of budget proposals for the laboratory area. Maintain lab equipment and provide training for new users; maintain the inventory of lab supplies. Assist with the preparation of proposals, formal applications and justifications for grant applications; prepare manuscripts for publication. Compile and present statistical data with appropriate conclusions and recommendations pertinent to research activity. Organize lab meetings. Ensure research compliance of all lab members. Prepare IACUC and IBC protocols.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	25S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	70041.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	84083.00
Annual Maximum Salary	99858.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	HPAE 5094
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	PhD or Master's Degree in a relevant science plus 3 years of related research experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	FACS and Western Blotting skills.
Preferred Qualifications	Five years preferred in at least 4 of these areas (PCR, RTPCR, molecular cloning, in vivo luciferase assays, in ovo electroporation in chick embryos, immunohistochemistry, RNA in-situ hybridization).
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Ability to work in a laboratory environment. Work Environment: Laboratory environment.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2792
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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