Visiting Researcher

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); In loco; USD 25.000 - 250.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, prescription drug, dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Rutgers University’s Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is seeking a Visiting Researcher for the Pan Laboratory in the Neuroscience & Cell Biology department. The position focuses on studies of dopaminergic signaling in the mouse brain and involves primary neuronal culture, live-cell imaging, and data analysis.

Responsibilities include collaborating with postdocs and students, training researchers in laboratory techniques, keeping detailed experimental notes, and communicating with the principal

Competenze

• Master's or equivalent degree in biomedical sciences or related discipline.
• Background in cell biology or cellular imaging.
• Motivated with evidence of productivity and good communication skills.
• Organized, careful and respectful team player.

Mansioni

• Prepare primary neuronal culture weekly.
• Conduct live cell imaging and data analysis on imaging data.
• Conduct confocal imaging and immunofluorescence analysis.
• Communicate with PI weekly on experimental design, data analysis, interpretation and optimization.
• Collaborate with postdocs and students to conduct other experiments when requested.
• Assist training fellows, medical students and undergraduates in laboratory techniques.
• Participate in evaluating existing procedures and propose revisions/new procedures.
• Keep a legible record of experimental notes.

Descrizione del lavoro

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 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—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 Visiting Researcher for the department of Neuroscience & Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The Pan Laboratory in the Department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology, at Rutgers University – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, is seeking a Visiting Researcher. This position will focus on research studies of dopaminergic signaling in the mouse brain. Performs work requiring application of standard techniques and procedures relative to Parkinson’s disease research. Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Prepare primary neuronal culture weekly.
• Conduct live cell imaging and perform data analysis on imaging data.
• Conduct Confocal imaging and immunofluorescence analysis.
• Communicate with PI weekly on experimental design, data analysis, interpretation and optimization.
• Collaborate with postdocs and students in the lab to conduct other types of experiments when requested.
• Assists with training fellows, medical students and undergraduate researchers in laboratory techniques as directed.
• Participate in the evaluation of existing procedures suggesting revisions where necessary and proposing new procedures where required.
• Keep a legible record of experimental notes.

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

99S

Salary Details

Salary Details $50,000 / annual

Minimum Salary

25,000

Mid Range Salary

125,000

Maximum Salary

250,000

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

Full Time

Working Hours

37.5 hours/week

Standard Hours

37.50

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Temporary Assignments

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month

Position Pension Eligibility

None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Qualified candidate will have a master or equivalent degree in biomedical sciences or related disciplines.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have a background in cell biology, cellular imaging, or similar.
• The candidate must be highly motivated with evidence of productivity and good communication skills.
• The candidate is expected to be an organized, careful and respectful team player.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.
• Work Environment: Lab environment; moderate noise. Vivarium – potential allergens present.

Posting Number

26ST2016

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 (*)

• * Do you have a Master's or equivalent degree in biomedical sciences or a related discipline?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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