Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Laboratory Researcher IV |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
SEBS - Nutritional Sciences |
| 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 Laboratory Researcher IV for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Performs professional entry-level experiments using standard basic techniques to an externally funded research program in the area of nutritional biochemistry and molecular biology.
- Maintains and keeps the workplace and laboratory organized in a clean and safe manner in accordance with established procedures.
- Upholds all regulations, policies, and procedures relating to health,safety and security matters in the laboratory and on campus.
- Conducts in-laboratory safety training for new students and trainees.
- Keeps records of work performed and maintains a database as required.
- Orders and stocks laboratory supplies and equipment.
- Cares and maintains laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Maintains cell culture procedures routinely.
- Completes work under immediate and close supervision, with specific instructions on routine or semi-routine work and/or within established work parameters for the unit.
- Maintains all animal care protocols in good standing; generate and maintain healthy colonies of transgenic mice for experiments using appropriate breeding strategies.
- Conducts animal handling and procedures either independently or with other lab personnel.
- Provides routine technical assistance to members of the laboratory to collect, sort, process, store, and access supplies, reagents, and samples.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
03 |
| Salary Details |
$54027 - $59428 |
| Minimum Salary |
54027.000 |
| Mid Range Salary |
68383.000 |
| Maximum Salary |
82739.000 |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
37.5 |
| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Union Description |
Admin Assembly (MPSC) |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant research experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Basic knowledge of the particular research discipline; skills are normally acquired through an accumulation of work experiences and/or specific work related training programs.
- Training or experience in mouse colony maintenance and breeding.
- General knowledge and application of basic biochemical and molecular biology concepts such as DNA isolation and mouse genotyping, i.e., skills normally acquired through an accumulation of higher education, work experiences and/or specific work-related training programs.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and computer literacy skills.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- 3 years laboratory experience.
- Within those years, at least 2 years experience working with experimental rodents is preferred.
- Rodent handling and experience working with in vivo assays with rodents.
- Knowledge of cell culture techniques.
- Ability to maintain a cell culture room and cell lines.
- Prior experience with Rutgers purchasing and marketplace platforms.
- Knowledge of or experience with endocrinology and molecular biology techniques in diverse mammalian tissues.
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| Equipment Utilized |
- Facile use of: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Google docs and Drive, mouse colony management software, Rutgers purchasing and marketplace platforms.
- Knowledge of equipment, tools and supplies to perform: DNA isolation, RNA purification, cDNA synthesis, Real Time PCR, SDS-PAGE and immunobloting.
- Knowledge of temperature-sensitive samples and conditions requiring dry ice, liquid nitrogen and storage at -80 C.
- Knowledge of high speed centrifugation.
- Knowledge of working with acids, bases, flammable agents, enzymes, chemiluminescence, fluorescence, tissue fixatives and stains.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
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This is a grant-funded position, employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funds. This position will expire once the grant has ended.
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST1934 |
| Posting Open Date |
09/08/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Cook (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
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