Student Assistant

Rutgers University; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 207,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers RBHS Newark, within Rutgers University, seeks a Student Assistant in the NJMS Immunity & Infection Center. The role involves supporting lab operations, assisting with experiments, maintaining equipment, and contributing to ongoing research projects in a dynamic academic lab.

Ideal candidates are enrolled students with attention to detail and a collaborative attitude. The position is part-time, on-site, 20 hours per week, with responsibilities spanning data entry, administrative support,

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a relevant academic program (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or related field).
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment are essential.
• Familiarity with data collection, entry processes, and lab equipment operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Lab Organization and readiness for daily operations and research tasks.
• Support Data Collection and Entry to ensure accuracy and timely completion of tasks.
• Operate Lab Equipment and assist in setup for experiments.
• Contribute to Research Experiments by assisting with preparation and execution per established protocols.
• Assist with Lab Operations and administrative tasks to ensure smooth functioning.
• Enhance Lab Productivity by supporting staff and researchers to meet deadlines.

Education

Current enrollment in a relevant academic program (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field)

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

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 ageing 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 Student Assistant in the Department of Center for Immunity and Inflammation within the New Jersey Medical School ( NJMS ).

The positions involve supporting lab operations, assisting with experiments, maintaining equipment, and contributing to ongoing research projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail, an interest in scientific research, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic lab environment.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Maintain Lab Organization: Ensure that the lab is well-organized, tidy, and equipped for daily operations and research experiments.
• Support Data Collection and Entry: Assist with gathering, entering, and managing data to ensure accuracy and timely completion of research tasks.
• Operate Equipment: Help set up and operate lab equipment, ensuring that all tools and instruments are functioning properly for experiments.
• Contribute to Research Experiments: Assist in conducting research, including preparation and execution of experiments, following established protocols
• Assist with Lab Operations: Support daily administrative and operational tasks to ensure smooth lab functioning.
• Enhance Lab Productivity: Contribute to the efficiency of the lab by assisting with tasks, ensuring the timely completion of duties, and providing general support to lab staff and researchers.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 99H

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 15.92

Mid Range Salary 75.00

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 150.00

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.

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

Position Status Part Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 20 hours per week

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 20.00

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Union Description Student Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Current enrollment in a relevant academic program (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field).

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laboratory setting or assisting with research projects is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment are essential.
• Familiarity with data collection, entry processes, and lab equipment operation is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds (e.g., lab equipment or supplies).
• Ability to move and operate lab equipment and materials.
• Repetitive motions, including typing and data entry.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Research-driven environment where safety and attention to detail are a priority.
• Work may involve exposure to typical laboratory chemicals, reagents, and equipment.
• Regular interaction with lab staff, researchers, and students.

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST1758

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Student Assistant Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department NJMS - Immunity & Infection Ce 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 ageing 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