Student Assistant, Part Time (Multiple Vacancies)

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey's RBHS seeks a Student Assistant in the Neuroscience & Cell Biology lab at RWJ Medical School. Under the PI's supervision, you will help with behavioral experiments in mice, neural recording, and data collection while receiving hands-on training in modern neuroscience techniques.

The role is part-time and on-site in Piscataway, ~10 hours per week. Ideal candidates are Rutgers undergraduates in neuroscience, biology, engineering, computer science, or psychology

Qualifications

• Must be a Rutgers Student, currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in neuroscience, biology, engineering, computer science, psychology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with behavioral experiments in mice, including preparation of experimental equipment and data collection.
• Assist with neural recording, fiber photometry, and optogenetic experiments under supervision.
• Analyze behavioral and neural datasets using MATLAB and/or Python.
• Read and discuss relevant neuroscience literature and participate and present in laboratory meetings.

Skills

Strong interest in neuroscience

Quantitative analysis

Education

Undergraduate student in neuroscience, biology, engineering, computer science, or psychology

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C

Job description

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 six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, 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 including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, 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 for the department of Neuroscience & Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, assists with laboratory research investigating the neural circuits underlying navigation, and decision-making. The student will contribute to behavioral experiments in mice, neural recording and optogenetic studies, data analysis, and general laboratory operations while receiving training in modern systems neuroscience techniques.

Key Duties

• Assist with behavioral experiments in mice, including preparation of experimental equipment and data collection.
• Assist with neural recording, fiber photometry, and optogenetic experiments under supervision.
• Analyze behavioral and neural datasets using MATLAB and/or Python.
• Read and discuss relevant neuroscience literature and participate and present in laboratory meetings.
• Handle additional related responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Investigator and assigned mentor.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 99H

Salary Details

Salary Details $25.00/hour

Minimum Salary 15.92

Mid Range Salary 75.00

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.

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

Part Time

Working Hours

10 hours per week

Standard Hours

20.00

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Student Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility

None

Position Information

Student Assistant, Part Time (Multiple Vacancies) Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department RWJ - Neuroscience & Cell Biol

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Must be a Rutgers Student, currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in neuroscience, biology, engineering, computer science, psychology, or a related field.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interest in neuroscience research and quantitative analysis required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with programming ( MATLAB , C or Python) are desirable but not required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Sitting, standing. No special vision required.
• Work Environment: Laboratory environment with moderate noise.

Special Conditions

• Training will be provided.

Posting Number

26ST1615

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Piscataway (RBHS)

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a Rutgers Student, currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in neuroscience, biology, engineering, computer science, psychology, or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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