Research Specialist, Translational Lab

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health’s Center for Discovery and Innovation seeks a Research Specialist to assist with experimental work, data analysis, and equipment maintenance in a dynamic cancer and biomedical research environment.

The role supports the lab’s daily operations, documentation, and collaboration across teams, with opportunities to learn and implement advanced laboratory techniques in a modern facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Ability to work independently with strong work ethic.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Flexible schedule; occasional weekend or late experiments.
• Lab specific technical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform general lab functions including equipment maintenance and restocking.
• Design and perform experiments and data analysis.
• Keep accurate records of all research.
• Collect data and interpret results.
• Create reports from initial observations and conclusions.
• Establish experimental protocols and documentation.
• Manage day-to-day lab operations.
• Recommend changes to lab practices and procedures.
• Use necessary equipment to conduct studies.
• Maintain lab space and cleanliness.
• Share latest lab techniques with colleagues.
• Escalate issues to PI or Lab Manager.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Lab techniques

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Office/Google Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training

B.Sc. or Master’s degree

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health’s Center for Discovery and Innovation seeks a Research Specialist to assist with experimental work, data analysis, and equipment maintenance in a dynamic cancer and biomedical research environment.

The role supports the lab’s daily operations, documentation, and collaboration across teams, with opportunities to learn and implement advanced laboratory techniques in a modern facility.