Principal Laboratory Assistant

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Principal Lab Assistant for the Neurosurgery department at RWJ Medical School. This full-time role involves supporting research on neuroimaging and developing AI/ML algorithms. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and a background in neuroscience or related fields.

Qualifications

• Three years of related laboratory experience required.
• Preference for neuroscience and cell culture experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform neuroimaging data analyses with AI/ML and statistical methodologies.
• Help recruit study subjects and conduct data acquisition sessions.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and protect sensitive data.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Team Interaction

Communication Skills

Education

BS or MS in Biomedical Engineering

BS or MS in Computer Science

BS or MS in Statistics

BS or MS in Data Science

Job description

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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 Principal Lab Assistant for the department of Neurosurgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Rutgers- RWJMS takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all to improve human health. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. The RWJ Rutgers Medical School is seeking a Principal Lab Assistant to support the PI in basic research on the following topics: 1) designs, tests and evaluates methods and protocols for processing and analyzing neuroimage data including structural CT/ MRI , resting state fMRI, DTI and task-based fMRI. 2) Develops and validates machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms to identify changes in brain connectomics associated with the development of post-traumatic epilepsy. This support will entail: assisting with neuroimaging data collection and processing; maintaining regulatory compliance ( IRB and possible IACUC protocols); archiving, organizing and protecting neuroimaging and study subject-related data; writing computational software for data processing as advised and supervised by the PI and post-doctoral researchers in the team.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Performs neuroimaging data analyses with AI/ML and statistical methodologies, and other operations relevant to ongoing investigatory activities of the laboratory.
• Help recruit study subjects and conduct data acquisition sessions with study subjects.
• Maintain regulatory compliance ( IRB Protocol, funding agency documentations, etc.).
• Maintain, organize, and protect complex and sensitive data.
• Actively collaborates with colleagues to develop research ideas; shares theoretical and technical expertise withcolleagues; collaborates with colleagues to strategize and assess effectiveness of studies.

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

• Three (3) years of related laboratory experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in neuroscience and cell culture.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational, critical thinking, team interaction and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in biomedical engineering, computer science statistics or data science with high motivation toward basic neuroscience research.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Work Environment: Open office environment. Moderate noise and foot traffic. Rutgers University is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, cooperative work environment.

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 25ST1103

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City

City Piscataway

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Principal Laboratory Assistant Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department RWJ-Neurosurgery-Meb 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 Principal Lab Assistant for the department of Neurosurgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Rutgers- RWJMS takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all to improve human health. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. The RWJ Rutgers Medical School is seeking a Principal Lab Assistant to support the PI in basic research on the following topics: 1) designs, tests and evaluates methods and protocols for processing and analyzing neuroimage data including structural CT/ MRI , resting state fMRI, DTI and task-based fMRI. 2) Develops and validates machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms to identify changes in brain connectomics associated with the development of post-traumatic epilepsy. This support will entail: assisting with neuroimaging data collection and processing; maintaining regulatory compliance ( IRB and possible IACUC protocols); archiving, organizing and protecting neuroimaging and study subject-related data; writing computational software for data processing as advised and supervised by the PI and post-doctoral researchers in the team.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Performs neuroimaging data analyses with AI/ML and statistical methodologies, and other operations relevant to ongoing investigatory activities of the laboratory.
• Help recruit study subjects and conduct data acquisition sessions with study subjects.
• Maintain regulatory compliance ( IRB Protocol, funding agency documentations, etc.).
• Maintain, organize, and protect complex and sensitive data.
• Actively collaborates with colleagues to develop research ideas; shares theoretical and technical expertise withcolleagues; collaborates with colleagues to strategize and assess effectiveness of studies.

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 147 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 36036.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 36946.00 Annual Maximum Salary 38056.20 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

• Three (3) years of related laboratory experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in neuroscience and cell culture.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational, critical thinking, team interaction and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in biomedical engineering, computer science statistics or data science with high motivation toward basic neuroscience research.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Work Environment: Open office environment. Moderate noise and foot traffic. Rutgers University is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, cooperative work environment.

Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 25ST1103 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS) City Piscataway 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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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have 3 years of related laboratory experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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