Graduate Assistant (Medical Student)

Rutgers, International; New Jersey; Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 207.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Rutgers University seeks a Graduate Assistant (Medical Student) in the Department of Medicine, Division of Dermatology, to engage in a focused one-year research program and to publish the findings. The role involves dermatologic research across multiple locations and practical patient interactions at the designated site.

The incumbent will assist in data collection, manuscript preparation, and maintaining essential records, with duties including daily research activities and collaboration with

Qualifikationen

• Minimum Education and Experience: Must be a Rutgers student enrolled in a graduate program.
• Preferred Qualifications: Lab experience in immunology, cell biology and/or microbiology is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Learns and researches various dermatologic issues at various locations.
• Composes and submits a manuscript for publication.
• Sees patients at the 1 Worlds Fair Drive location when not researching.
• Maintains the essential records and files.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Lab experience

Immunology

Cell biology

Microbiology

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Biology or other relevant scientific field

Jobbeschreibung

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 (Medical Student) for the department of Medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
The primary purpose of the Graduate Assistant (Medical Student), under the direction of the Acting Chief, Division of Dermatology, is to engage future dermatology prospects in an intense one (1) year of research and to publish the research.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Learns and researches various dermatologic issues both at various locations.
• Composes and submits a manuscript for publication.
• Sees patients at the 1 Worlds Fair Drive location when not researching.
• Maintains the essential records and files.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 99H

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 15.92

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

Part Time

Working Hours

15

Standard Hours

1.00

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Student Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Must be a Rutgers student enrolled in a graduate program.
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Biology or other relevant scientific field.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Lab experience (either in coursework or a research setting) and coursework in immunology, cell biology and/or microbiology is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Position requires standing for a long duration of time, and walking the facility, sitting, use of the hands to finger, handle or feel, talk and hear 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms over 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time. Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 35 pounds in order to dispose of Laboratory sanitary waste and lift laboratory equipment.
• Work Environment: Moderate noise environment with some exposure to blood borne pathogens requiring the use of personal protective equipment; some potential exposure to bio-hazardous materials and chemical waste.

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

Supplemental Questions

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• * Are you currently a Rutgers student enrolled in a Rutgers graduate degree program?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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