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Rutgers The State University Senior Lab Technician in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Lab Technician
Job Category AFSCME 1761 (COLT)
Department SAS-DLS-Molecular Bio&Biochem
Overview
The School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts.
SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students, SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni.
SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University.
The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Lab Technician for the Molecular Biology and Biochemistry department within the School of Arts & Sciences. Under supervision of lab head, the Senior Laboratory Technician performs a variety of tasks devoted to understanding the biology of healthy aging, exercise and proteostasis using the C. elegans genetics model.Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Provides professional level laboratory technical support duties involving the application of scientific research methods and techniques.
  • Performs multistage purifications, other assays, and tests.
  • Propagates non-animal specimens and cell cultures.
  • Prepares tissues, chemicals, and/or living subjects for testing.
  • Conducts breeding of small animals and performs related duties as assigned.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 16
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 41640.370
Annual Mid Range Salary 48986.230
Annual Maximum Salary 56633.840
Standard Hours 35.00
Union Description AFSCME - Local 1761 COLT
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 PERS
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • A bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or a combination of two years college-level science curriculum plus two years relevant laboratory technician or research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests may be substituted for the degree.
  • An additional equivalent amount of college-level study in an appropriate science curriculum may be substituted for the experience in the above combination.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of scientific empirical procedures.
  • Must understand the fundamentals of the science.
  • Read and understand technical documents.
  • Perform basic scientific routines, protocols, and tests; articulate data to researchers.
  • The ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively.
  • Will be required to participate in required occupational health and safety programs.
  • May require a valid driver's license, two years driving experience, and successful completion of the Rutgers? Defensive Driving Course.
  • Regular workweek may include evening and/or weekend work.
  • Experience with C. elegans manipulations, especially genetic crossing, and behavior.
  • Some molecular biology experience with subcloning, PCR, DNA preparations.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Related lab experience.
  • Experience in the culture and maintenance of C.elegans.
  • Proficiency with microscopy.
  • Two years of genetics or molecular genetics research experience in a laboratory setting.
Equipment Utilized
  • CeleST C. elegans Swim Tracker data collection, incubators, autoclaves and high power microscopy.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • May require occasional evening or weekend work.
  • Lift and move up to 30 pounds; and operate and maintain sophisticated equipment.
Special Conditions
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1440
Posting Open Date 06/13/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
  • Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, 06/24/2024. Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
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.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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