Temporary Research Assistant
Location
New Brunswick, NJ | United States
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Recruitment/Posting Title Temporary Research Assistant Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department RWJ-Child Health Institute 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 Temporary Research Assistant for the Child Health Institute of New Jersey at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Under the direction of the Associate Professor, the Temp Research Assistant (TRA) will be responsible for the performance and analysis of experiments focused on the genetic causes of congenital muscular dystrophy (CMD) associated with brain malformations and intellectual disability. The project is part of a larger effort in the lab to discover novel disease-causing mutations for CMDs and to develop zebrafish models to screen therapeutic approaches.
The TRA should have a broad (college-level) knowledge of genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry and ideally some research experience in zebrafish models. The TRA will be responsible for the maintenance and analysis of zebrafish models of CMDs and the performance of drug screenings in collaboration with other lab members. The TRA will also be involved in developing transgenesis approaches in zebrafish and will work closely with the PI and other lab members to allocate tasks and oversee progress.
As part of their professional development to transition to the next phase of their career, the TRA will be trained in improving their experimental design skills and their oral and written presentation skills. Multiple resources for career development to aid with these requirements will be provided by the PI.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
* Use molecular biology and imaging approaches to develop reagents for transient and stable transgenesis in zebrafish mutants.
* Perform microinjections to either knock-down or knock-out genes of interest in zebrafish oocytes.
* Maintain mutant colonies by breeding and genotyping.
* Assist other lab members in drug screening efforts in zebrafish mutants.
* Compile and analyze data with appropriate statistical analysis, conclusions, and future directions in support of further CHI research.
* Adhere to established performance standards and coordination of instrumentation and experimental approaches in support of CHI research.
Position Status Per Diem Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Position Salary $18.00 - $23.00 per/hr; based on experience Annual Minimum Salary Annual Mid Range Salary Annual Maximum Salary Standard Hours 35.00 Union Description Non-Union Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits
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Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
* Current advanced undergraduate student majoring in a biomedical discipline or psychology.
Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Must have effective oral and written communication skills; and ability to understand and communicate in English to sufficiently perform the job duties.
* Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Must have the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Preferred Qualifications
* The TRA should have a broad (college-level) knowledge of genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry and ideally some research experience in zebrafish models.
Equipment Utilized
* Standard lab equipment and supplies
* Standard office equipment
* Computer hardware/software
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands:
* Must be able to perform laboratory research.
* Must be able to work with zebrafish
* Some lifting may be required: laboratory items, tanks, and/or boxes.
* Walking, standing, sitting is required.
Work Environment:
* Must pass employee health clearance, TB test and required safety and animal training.
* Must follow all safety precautions in laboratory, as required.
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number 23ST3164 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Downtown 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
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Supplemental Questions
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* * Are you an undergraduate student majoring in a biomedical discipline or psychology?
* Yes
* No
Applicant Documents
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* Resume/CV
Optional Documents
* Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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