Graduate Assistant

Rutgers University; New Brunswick, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, seeks a Graduate Assistant for the Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The GA will work with Dr. Brant’s laboratory on genetics of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) research projects.

The team will recruit patients with IBD and healthy controls for genetic studies. Responsibilities include data entry, sample handling, ATAC-Seq and RNA-Seq workflows, and bioinformatic

Qualifications

• Bachelor in genetics or higher required; Rutgers student enrolled in graduate program.
• Cell culture experience required.
• Experience with genetic association analyses, bioinformatics analyses and handling genetic data.
• Experience with Microsoft Office required.
• Proficient in R programming.

Responsibilities

• Assists with recruitment of subjects with IBD and healthy controls.
• Assists in maintaining accuracy and completion of all study related material.
• Assists with data entry and shipping of samples.
• Assists with proper labeling, storage and recording of human samples.
• Assists with isolation of T lymphocytes, DNA and RNA, and ATAC-seq protocol.

Skills

Cell culture

Genetic data analysis

R programming

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Recruitment experience

Education

Bachelor in genetics or higher

Rutgers student enrolled in graduate program

Tools

ATAC-Seq

RNA-Seq

Job description

Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department

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 six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, 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 including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, 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 Graduate Assistant for the department of Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the direction of Principal Investigator, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The Graduate Assistant will work with Dr. Brant’s laboratory on genetics of inflammatory bowel diseases ( IBD ) research projects. The research team will be performing three projects: recruitment of patients with IBD and healthy controls for genetic association studies; epigenetic analyses on diverse ancestral populations using ATAC -Seq complemented by gene expression using RNA -Seq to understand differential genetic association of IBD loci by ancestry; and statistical genetics association and bioinformatic analyses to determine IBD risk variants by ancestry and those that interact with environmental factors.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists with recruitment of subjects with IBD and healthy controls.
• Assists in maintaining accuracy and completion of all study related material.
• Assists with data entry and shipping of samples.
• Assists with proper labeling, storage and recording of human samples.
• Assists with isolation of T lymphocytes from blood samples, isolation of DNA and RNA , and performance of ATACseq laboratory protocol.
• Organizes data generated from ATAC -Seq analyses for comparison with known IBD gene associations.
• Assists in analyses of IBD gene association by chromosomal ancestry and bioinformatic analyses of results.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 99H

Salary Details

Salary Details $16.63 to $26.27

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 15.92

Mid Range Salary

Mid Range Salary 75.00

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 150.00

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.

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

Position Status

Position Status Part Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 1.00

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Union Description Student Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor in genetics or higher required. Must be a Rutgers Student enrolled in graduate program.
• Cell culture experience.
• Experience with genetic association analyses, bioinformatics analyses, and handling genetic association data.
• Experience with Microsoft Office required.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Laboratory training in molecular biology protocols required.
• Proficient in R programming required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; study subject recruitment experience is a plus.
• Ability to prepare research results for publication and assist with manuscript and grant application preparation.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Work Environment: Laboratory bench and desk with computer in cubicle in open work area adjacent to laboratory

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST1925

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick

City

State

State NJ

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Supplemental Questions

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• Do you have experience with cell culture?
  • Yes
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Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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