Research Associate III

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey seeks a Research Associate III in the Biochemistry & Molecular Biology department at RWJ Medical School to perform technical research on polymerases, helicases, and proteases under a faculty supervisor.

The role includes protein-ligand interaction work, protein purification, and coordination of analytical tasks with clinical and research areas; training students and staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree plus 1 year of related research, or Bachelor's degree plus 2 years in related areas.
• Proficiency in MS Office and strong written/spoken communication.
• Experience with stopped-flow kinetics, Biolayer interferometry, and protein purification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical research on polymerases, helicases, and proteases under faculty supervision.
• Coordinates analytical, biochemical, physiology and instrumentation functions with clinical and research areas.
• Develops performance standards and methodologies for experiments.
• Assists in training students, fellows, and other lab staff.
• Evaluates procedures and proposes updates based on literature.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Oral/written communication

Education

Master's Degree in a relevant science

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science

Tools

Biolayer interferometry

Stopped-flow kinetics

Protein purification

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Research Associate III

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department: RWJ - Biochemistry & Molecular

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 Research Associate III for the department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under direction of a faculty member, performs technical research activities within a laboratory; assists in the conduct of highly specialized and technical research on polymerases, helicases, and proteases. Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• As directed, performs various research and clinical technical operations relative to ongoing investigatory activities of a laboratory as well as experimental protocol for protein-ligand interactions, enzyme activity assays. May assist in conducting specialized research for a particular phase of a project.
• Participates in the development of performance standards, selection of methodology and instrumentation involving protein purification, stopped-flow kinetic analysis, Biolayer interferometry, and high resolution nucleic acid analysis. Under supervision, assists with the coordination of the analytical, biochemical, physiology and instrumentation functions with the clinical and research areas to ensure conformance with the goals and objectives of the department.
• Participates in the evaluation of the existing procedures, suggesting revisions where necessary and proposing new procedures where required.
• As directed, assists with the instructing and training of students, fellows and other lab staff as needed.
• As required, assists in the implementation of the programs and projects in special areas of interest to the department. Evaluates existing procedures in the literature and proposes modifications or changes in order to keep the methodology and procedures current.

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 18S

Minimum Salary: 51988.000

Mid Range Salary: 61929.000

Maximum Salary: 72984.000

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, 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.

Benefits: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status: Full Time

Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week

Standard Hours: 37.50

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description: HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Master's Degree in a relevant science plus one (1) year of related research experience, or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science plus two (2) years of related research experience in stopped-flow kinetics, Biolayer interferometry, and protein purification.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite as well as have excellent oral/written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience in at least four (4) of the following areas within Biochemistry, Cell Biology and/or Molecular Biology preferred (bioinformatics, DNA/RNA and protein gel electrophoresis, fluorescence/mass spectroscopy, human mitochondria, molecular cloning, nuclear/cell wall staining and radiometrics).

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Physical Demands: Ability to work in a laboratory environment.
• Work Environment: Laboratory environment.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1778

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS)

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

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