Principal Laboratory Technician

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution in New Jersey is seeking a dedicated Principal Laboratory Technician to join their innovative research team. This role involves engaging in cutting-edge studies on HIV infection using human and animal models, contributing to the development of safer therapeutics. As part of a collaborative environment, you will perform essential laboratory techniques, manage biospecimens, and analyze data for impactful publications. If you are passionate about advancing medical research and thrive in a dynamic lab setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Pension eligibility

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Associate degree with lab experience in biology or related field.
• Proficiency in RNA/DNA extraction and qPCR.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments and data analysis in the Burdo Laboratory.
• Maintain lab equipment and operate various assays.

Skills

RNA/DNA extraction

qPCR

western blot

ELISAs

strong communication skills

ability to work independently

ability to work in teams

Education

Associate degree in biology

1+ years lab experience

Tools

Cell culture hoods

centrifuges

electrophoresis

flow cytometry

microscopes

histopathology equipment

ddPCR

qPCR

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Principal Laboratory Technician
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	Institute for Translational Medicine and Science

Overview

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), New Jersey's academic health center, takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research to improve human health. RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and centers focusing on cancer, neuroscience, biotechnology, environmental health, and healthcare policy. Our faculty are experienced teachers, clinicians, and scientists advancing medical innovation and patient care. Facilities are located throughout New Jersey, including Rutgers University-New Brunswick and other locations, with clinical partners such as Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and University Hospital Newark. Rutgers aims to transform lives through its community of healers, scientists, and scholars.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Principal Laboratory Technician for the Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science (RITMS). RITMS, established in 2016, bridges basic and clinical research, focusing on developing safer therapeutics. The technician will join the Burdo Laboratory to study HIV infection in the nervous system and heart using human and animal models. Responsibilities include performing experiments, data analysis, maintaining SOPs, operating lab equipment, and reporting progress to the PI.

Key duties include:

• Cell culture: media prep, cell isolation, transfections, maintenance
• Immunological assays: staining, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry
• Molecular biology: RNA/DNA extraction, PCR, western blots
• Data analysis for publications and grants
• Managing biospecimen repository and shipping biological samples
• Maintaining lab equipment and scheduling repairs

Position Details

Status	Full Time
Hours	40 hours/week, Day shift
Work Arrangement	On-site only
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	147
Salary Range	$41,184 - $43,492.80 annually
Benefits	Comprehensive benefits available. Details at uhr.rutgers.edu
Terms of Appointment	Staff, 12 months
Pension Eligibility	PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education & Experience	Associate degree with 1+ years lab experience; degree in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, immunology, molecular biology, virology, or related field.
Certifications/Licenses	Not specified
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities	Proficiency in basic assays like RNA/DNA extraction, qPCR, western blot, ELISAs; strong communication skills; ability to work independently and in teams.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with HIV, virology, or immunology preferred.
Equipment Utilized	Cell culture hoods, centrifuges, electrophoresis, flow cytometry, microscopes, histopathology equipment, ddPCR, qPCR, and others.
Physical Demands & Work Environment	Occasional lifting, extended computer use, biosafety Level 2+ environment, handling hazardous materials.
Special Conditions	Position contingent on funding.

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0054
Open Date	01/09/2025
Location	Downtown New Brunswick, NJ

Additional Information

All offers are contingent upon pre-employment screenings. Rutgers may require proof of influenza vaccination unless exempted. Rutgers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. For more info, visit uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement.