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Rutgers University is seeking a Laboratory/Technical Assistant to support research initiatives at the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience. This role involves conducting health screenings, administering tests, and assisting with data analysis, making it ideal for recent graduates interested in neuroscience research.
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Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory/Technical Assistant Casual (Multiple Vacancies)
Posting Number
Posting Number 25TM0197
Department
Department SASN - Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN)
Overview
Our brains determine who we are; how we see, hear, and smell, how we move, touch, and talk, how we remember and forget, how we feel, expect, and plan. The mission of the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience ( CMBN ) of School of Arts & Sciences, Newark ( SASN ) is to advance understanding of the brain’s structure and function through excellence in neuroscience research and training.
Our researchers pursue this goal through an integrative approach that cuts across the boundaries of traditional disciplines. They combine molecular, electrophysiological, neurochemical, anatomical, imaging, behavioral, and neuropsychological methods to analyze how the brain works, develops, interacts with the environment, and is modified by experience in health and disease. CMBN is also committed to serving the academic and surrounding Newark communities through educational outreach, community service, and research internship programs that train undergraduate and high school students.
Posting Summary
Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Laboratory/Technical Assistant (Research Assistant). Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Laboratory/Technical Assistant (Research Assistant) will assist in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Gluck Lab in the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience, facilitating research studies and data analysis.
This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:
FLSA
FLSA Nonexempt
Salary Details
Salary Details $15.49 - $30.00 hourly
Offer Information
The final salary offer will be determined by several factors, including 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.
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Payroll Designation
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date 05/28/2025
Posting Close Date
Posting Close Date 08/26/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Home Location Campus
City
City Newark
State
State NJ
Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory/Technical Assistant Casual (Multiple Vacancies) Posting Number 25TM0197 Department SASN - Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) Overview Our brains determine who we are; how we see, hear, and smell, how we move, touch, and talk, how we remember and forget, how we feel, expect, and plan. The mission of the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience ( CMBN ) of School of Arts & Sciences, Newark ( SASN ) is to advance understanding of the brain’s structure and function through excellence in neuroscience research and training.
Our researchers pursue this goal through an integrative approach that cuts across the boundaries of traditional disciplines. They combine molecular, electrophysiological, neurochemical, anatomical, imaging, behavioral, and neuropsychological methods to analyze how the brain works, develops, interacts with the environment, and is modified by experience in health and disease. CMBN is also committed to serving the academic and surrounding Newark communities through educational outreach, community service, and research internship programs that train undergraduate and high school students. Posting Summary Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Laboratory/Technical Assistant (Research Assistant). Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Laboratory/Technical Assistant (Research Assistant) will assist in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Gluck Lab in the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience, facilitating research studies and data analysis.
This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:
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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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .
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