Research Teaching Specialist III, Multiple Vacancies

Rutgers University; Ewing Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and various

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey seeks multiple Research Teaching Specialist III for the RWJ - Pathology Research department. The role focuses on standard and developmental chemical testing, report preparation, and coordination in a on-site lab environment.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, performing chemical analyses on various samples, developing new methods, and potentially serving as a court witness.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a natural science or physical science plus one year of related research experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in natural science or physical science plus two years of related research experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, assists with the coordination and review of the work from the staff in a chemical analysis laboratory unit.
• Conducts various physical, chemical, biochemical, toxicological testing, and analyses on food, milk, drugs, industrial hygiene, and environmental samples.
• Develops standardized procedures where possible and new testing methods as a result of modern developments, including the field of air pollution control.
• Assists with the preparation of exhibits to be used in court proceedings.
• May be required to act as a witness in court.
• Prepares letters explaining the results of chemical tests, examinations and analyses, and interpreting the findings.
• Prepares scientific papers for publication, participates in scientific meetings and conferences and serves on scientific committees.

Skills

Analytical chemistry knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree in natural science or physical science

Bachelor’s Degree in natural science or physical science

Job description

Research Teaching Specialist III, Multiple Vacancies

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Teaching Specialist III, Multiple Vacancies

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

Department RWJ - Pathology Research

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 multiple Research Teaching Specialist IIIs for the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine for the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The primary purpose of the Research Teaching Specialist III (Chemist) is to conduct standard and developmental chemical testing and analyses related to specific routine functions and to prepare reports.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Under supervision, assists with the coordination and review of the work from the staff in a chemical analysis laboratory unit.
• Conducts various physical, chemical, biochemical, toxicological testing, and analyses on food, milk, drugs, industrial hygiene, and environmental samples.
• Develops standardized procedures where possible and new testing methods as a result of modern developments, including the field of air pollution control.
• Assists with the preparation of exhibits to be used in court proceedings.
• May be required to act as a witness in court.
• Prepares letters explaining the results of chemical tests, examinations and analyses, and interpreting the findings.
• Prepares scientific papers for publication, participates in scientific meetings and conferences and serves on scientific committees.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

22S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 61512.000

Mid Range Salary 73603.000

Maximum Salary 87239.000

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

• 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

Standard Hours

37.50

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 natural science or physical science plus one (1) year of related research experience or a Bachelor’s Degree in natural science or physical science plus two (2) years of related research experience required.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge with analytical chemistry preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Position requires standing, walking, sitting, use of the hands to finger, handle or feel, talk and hear 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms over 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time. Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds, and under 1/3 of the time up to 25 pounds.
• Work Environment: Moderate noise environment with some exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to blood borne pathogens requiring the use of personal protective equipment; some potential exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to hazardous waste.

Special Conditions

• Candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check, which includes fingerprinting, performed by the Department of Health.

Posting Number

26ST1547

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Off Campus

City

Ewing

State

NJ

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Master’s Degree in a natural science or physical science plus one (1) year of related research experience or a Bachelor’s Degree in natural science or physical science plus two (2) year of related research experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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