Lab Technician - Fish Genomics & Lab Ops (Hybrid)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation and leave

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the Nakamura Lab. The role involves conducting molecular and developmental biology experiments on fish and assisting in lab management and coordination of research activities.

The position requires high school/vocational education with relevant science coursework and at least one year of research experience, plus the ability to learn new techniques and follow established protocols. A hybrid work arrangement may be available.

Qualifications

• Basic scientific techniques and data recording required.
• Knowledge of fish maintenance and molecular biology methods.
• Ability to follow research protocols with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Investigate fish-to-tetrapod evolution using functional genomics and comparative anatomy.
• Conduct molecular and developmental biology experiments on fish.
• Manage lab operations and coordinate ongoing research activities.

Skills

Basic scientific techniques

Data recording

Fish maintenance

Molecular biology techniques

Effective communication

Follow protocols

Learning mindset

Occupational health & safety

Driving

Education

High school/vocational education with science coursework

Job description

Rutgers University is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the Nakamura Lab. The role involves conducting molecular and developmental biology experiments on fish and assisting in lab management and coordination of research activities.

The position requires high school/vocational education with relevant science coursework and at least one year of research experience, plus the ability to learn new techniques and follow established protocols. A hybrid work arrangement may be available.