Senior Research Specialist - Center for Discovery and Innovation

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) at Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Senior Research Specialist to support daily laboratory functions and contribute to experiments. This role requires meticulous record-keeping, independence, and strong communication skills.

The CDI integrates genomics, drug discovery, and translational research to improve patient outcomes and advance biomedical science. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in a lab field and 4+ years of experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in lab field or related area.
• 4+ years of lab experience.
• Meticulous data recording and integrity.
• Independent worker with strong work ethic.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in MS Office or Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily lab operations and workflow.
• Conduct experiments under supervision and protocol.
• Maintain accurate and verifiable laboratory records.
• Coordinate with supervisor for scheduling and resource needs.

Skills

Independent work

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in lab field

Master's degree or PhD (within 2 years)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

The Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI was established by Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) as an academic basic and translational research enterprise to rapidly translate science innovation to the clinic and to improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disease and other acute and chronic diseases. The CDI has grown rapidly since its origins in 2019, and now has 39 labs, 200+ scientists and allied personnel supported by 78 NIH and DoD grants and more than 87 other grants and contracts. Areas of expertise include genomics, epigenetics, drug resistance, stem cell biology, drug discovery, diagnostics and biomarker development, rheumatology and pharmacology.

The Senior Research Specialist, CDI will function under the supervision of a Mgr, Associate Member of the Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI). This role will be responsible for assisting in the daily function of the laboratory and in conducting experiments.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's diploma/degree in lab specific field or other relevant area of study.
• Minimum of 4 or more years of experience.
• Meticulous record keeping to ensure integrity of the data.
• Must be able to work independently and have a strong work ethic.
• Lab specific technical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
• Must be flexible in work schedule. Must be available to occasionally come to the laboratory on a weekend day for a few hours or stay late in evenings for a given experiment.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Recent Ph.D. (within 2 years) or Master's degree.
• Experience working in a BSL2/BSL3 lab facility.
• Experience with small animal handling.
• Previous experience in lab specific field.
• Other lab specific.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Lab specific.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• Lab specific.