Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Laboratory Research Assistant - Casual |
| Posting Number |
26TM0172 |
| Department |
Chemical Biology |
| Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Laboratory Research Assistant - Casual for the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy. This position will provide research assistance to Dr. Suzie Chen and Dr. Wei-Xing Zong for their collaboration titled, "Characterization of unique gene identified from
CRIPSPR/Cas9 screen in interleukin-3-dependent B-cell lymphoma cells". The Laboratory Research Assistant - Casual will participate in cancer research by providing laboratory and/or technical support duties involving the application of scientific research methods and techniques.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Performs multistage purifications including accurately making solutions and buffers.
- Homogenizes mouse tissues and prepares protein lysates for western immunoblots.
- Determines protein concentration on samples.
- Prepares samples for SDS gels and runs SDS polyacrylamide gels.
- Performs Western blots and probing with primary and secondary antibodies.
- Analyzes the western blots and decides on the follow up experiments.
- Maintains cultured cells.
- Derives individual clones with tagged protein markers.
- Characterizes the clones and selects the most appropriate ones to test in vivo.
- Keeps an orderly notebook of all experiments and tracking tissue/protein lysate samples stored in freezers and cell clones in liquid nitrogen.
- Writes up results for publication.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Salary Details |
$30.00 per hour |
| 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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- 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 (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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| Position Status |
Part Time |
| Working Hours |
19.75 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant laboratory technician or research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests, or other technical work may be substituted for the degree.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Practical understanding and a working knowledge of basic scientific techniques.
- Proper use of the laboratory balance and understanding and use of the mole concept.
- Ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats and write up results for publication.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to participate in required occupational health and safety programs.
- Ability to learn and apply jobspecific techniques through structured training.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Master's degree in a relevant science or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
04/24/2026 |
| Posting Close Date |
05/08/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City |
Piscataway |
| 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
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. 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, pregnancy, 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
Apr 25, 2026