Student Assistant (Multiple Vacancies)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 16,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Student Assistant to join their research team at a leading cancer institute. This part-time role offers hands-on training in cutting-edge cancer research, allowing students to engage in supervised laboratory work and develop professional skills. The ideal candidate will be a current undergraduate student pursuing a STEM career, eager to learn and contribute to impactful cancer research. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to gain valuable experience while making a difference in the field of biomedical science.

Benefits

Compensation for time

Workshops and seminars

Mentored research training

Qualifications

• Must be a current Rutgers undergraduate student preparing for a STEM career.
• Requires performance of laboratory research and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supervised research in cancer metabolism.
• Participate in educational seminars and workshops.

Skills

Laboratory Research

Effective Communication

Computer Literacy

Education

Undergraduate Student in STEM

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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

Department

Department CINJ-Molecular Biology & Biochemistry

Overview

RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION , MISSION , AND CORE VALUES :

VISION :

Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.

MISSION :

Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.

CORE VALUES :

Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge

Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection

Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge

Cultivating Diversity: making conscientious efforts in all we do to ensure that our leadership, scientists, clinicians, supporting staff, and trainees reflect the rich diversity of the state of New Jersey and the patient populations and communities we serve

Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions
Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Student Assistant within the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.

Directly under the supervision of the White Laboratory, the Student Assistant will perform supervised research in the area of cancer metabolism. The goal of the summer program is to inspire, motivate and educate the student through mentored cancer research training, co-curricular support, and professional development activities. Under the supervision of the Program Director/Research Mentors, the Student Assistant will engage in research and program related activities focusing on cancer. Additionally, the Student Assistant will learn valuable research skills (experimental, and laboratory techniques) as well as professional career development skills under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator/Research Mentor.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:

• Receive hands-on training in cutting-edge cancer research.
• Conduct research in mentor-supervised laboratories in summer.
• Participate in educational seminars as available.
• Receive compensation for their time.
• Attend workshops, seminars, lectures and career development activities as available.

Position Status

Position Status Part Time

Hours Per Week Up to 20 hours per week

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

• Must be a current Rutgers undergraduate student who wishes to prepare for a STEM career, preferably in biomedical cancer research.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Highly motivated and academically able to pursue a career in biomedical/cancer science.
• Requires the performance of laboratory research.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform job duties.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• For undergraduate students, enrollment as an undergraduate major in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) with coursework in biology, genetics, biochemistry/molecular biology is highly desirable.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Lab environment. Moderate noise.
• Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases.
• Universal precautions are mandatory.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Special Conditions

Summer Position-3 months

Posting Number

Posting Number 25ST1011

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/06/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Student Assistant (Multiple Vacancies) Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department CINJ-Molecular Biology & Biochemistry Overview RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION , MISSION , AND CORE VALUES : VISION : Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. MISSION : Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. CORE VALUES : Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge Cultivating Diversity: making conscientious efforts in all we do to ensure that our leadership, scientists, clinicians, supporting staff, and trainees reflect the rich diversity of the state of New Jersey and the patient populations and communities we serve Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions
Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Student Assistant within the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.

Directly under the supervision of the White Laboratory, the Student Assistant will perform supervised research in the area of cancer metabolism. The goal of the summer program is to inspire, motivate and educate the student through mentored cancer research training, co-curricular support, and professional development activities. Under the supervision of the Program Director/Research Mentors, the Student Assistant will engage in research and program related activities focusing on cancer. Additionally, the Student Assistant will learn valuable research skills (experimental, and laboratory techniques) as well as professional career development skills under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator/Research Mentor.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:

• Receive hands-on training in cutting-edge cancer research.
• Conduct research in mentor-supervised laboratories in summer.
• Participate in educational seminars as available.
• Receive compensation for their time.
• Attend workshops, seminars, lectures and career development activities as available.

Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week Up to 20 hours per week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Position Salary $16 per hour Annual Minimum Salary 00.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 0.00 Annual Maximum Salary 0.00 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description Student Hourly Employees Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility None Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• Must be a current Rutgers undergraduate student who wishes to prepare for a STEM career, preferably in biomedical cancer research.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Highly motivated and academically able to pursue a career in biomedical/cancer science.
• Requires the performance of laboratory research.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform job duties.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• For undergraduate students, enrollment as an undergraduate major in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) with coursework in biology, genetics, biochemistry/molecular biology is highly desirable.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• No significant physical demands.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Lab environment. Moderate noise.
• Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases.
• Universal precautions are mandatory.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Special Conditions Summer Position-3 months Posting Details Posting Number 25ST1011 Posting Open Date 05/06/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current Rutgers undergraduate student who wishes to prepare for a STEM career?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

List of Professional References (contact Info)

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