Laboratory Technician

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University seeks a Laboratory Technician to support research projects at the Center for Cell Signaling. This role involves technical operations, data analysis, and animal husbandry. Candidates should possess a strong foundation in cell and molecular biology and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Assist in RNA/DNA extraction, protein preparation, and cell culture-based gene manipulation.
• Manage mouse colony with health checks, genotyping, and breeding monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide research and technical support to ongoing projects.
• Prepare media, substances, solutions, and reagents.

Skills

cell and molecular biology

communication

Education

Associate Degree in a relevant science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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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 five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, 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—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s 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 Laboratory Technician for the Center for Cell Signaling Department within New Jersey Medical School.

The primary purpose of this Laboratory Technician position is to provide research, technical, and animal husbandry support to ongoing projects under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) and/or other senior personnel.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Performs various research technical operations relative to the ongoing specialized activities of a laboratory.
• Provide routine technical and research support to on-going projects, compile and assist in data analysis, prepares materials for publications and reports.
• Assist in experimental assays including, RNA / DNA extraction, protein preparation, western blot analysis and cell culture-based gene manipulation, tumorigenic and metabolomic analyses. Additional and/or specialized training will be provided.
• Assist in daily tasks relevant to mouse colony management, including daily health checks, genotyping, breeding monitoring and assisting in animal surgery procedures.
• Assist in the collection and basic preparation of biological samples and specimens.
• Prepares media, substances, solutions, and reagents and performs related duties.

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic cell and molecular biology skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cancer research experience.
• Experience in basic in vitro scientific assays and techniques.
• Basic knowledge of in vivo/animal work.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 25ST1081

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/12/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory Technician Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department NJMS-Cancer Center 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 five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, 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—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s 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 Laboratory Technician for the Center for Cell Signaling Department within New Jersey Medical School.

The primary purpose of this Laboratory Technician position is to provide research, technical, and animal husbandry support to ongoing projects under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) and/or other senior personnel.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Performs various research technical operations relative to the ongoing specialized activities of a laboratory.
• Provide routine technical and research support to on-going projects, compile and assist in data analysis, prepares materials for publications and reports.
• Assist in experimental assays including, RNA / DNA extraction, protein preparation, western blot analysis and cell culture-based gene manipulation, tumorigenic and metabolomic analyses. Additional and/or specialized training will be provided.
• Assist in daily tasks relevant to mouse colony management, including daily health checks, genotyping, breeding monitoring and assisting in animal surgery procedures.
• Assist in the collection and basic preparation of biological samples and specimens.
• Prepares media, substances, solutions, and reagents and performs related duties.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 157 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 38875.20 Annual Mid Range Salary 39785.20 Annual Maximum Salary 40986.40 Standard Hours 35.00 Union Description Teamsters 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in a relevant science.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic cell and molecular biology skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cancer research experience.
• Experience in basic in vitro scientific assays and techniques.
• Basic knowledge of in vivo/animal work.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 25ST1081 Posting Open Date 05/12/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ Location Details 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.

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