Senior Translational Research Specialist

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Nutley (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health's Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) seeks a Senior Research Specialist to assist in daily laboratory operations and to conduct experiments under supervision. The role emphasizes rigorous data handling and coordination with scientists to advance translational research for cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and broader health challenges.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s in a lab-related field with at least four years of experience, possess

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in lab field or related area requested.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience.
• Meticulous data recording to ensure data integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office/Google Suite.
• Flexible schedule; occasional weekend/evening work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily function of the laboratory and conduct experiments.
• Maintain meticulous data records to ensure integrity of the data.
• Support lab operations and scheduling; may include weekend hours as needed.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Strong work ethic

Independent work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in lab field or related area

Recent Ph.D. or Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office/Google Suite

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health's Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) seeks a Senior Research Specialist to assist in daily laboratory operations and to conduct experiments under supervision. The role emphasizes rigorous data handling and coordination with scientists to advance translational research for cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and broader health challenges.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s in a lab-related field with at least four years of experience, possess