Visiting Researcher, Multiple Vacancies

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic health center is seeking a Visiting Researcher to join their dynamic team at the Child Health Institute. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research in neuroscience and cell biology, focusing on molecular cloning, cell culture, and confocal imaging. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate with a strong background in biological sciences and a passion for experimental research. With comprehensive training and support from experienced faculty, you will contribute to innovative studies that aim to enhance human health and well-being. Join a collaborative environment that fosters creativity and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Abschluss in relevanten biologischen Wissenschaften erforderlich.
• Erfahrung in experimenteller Forschung und Publikationen ist notwendig.

Responsibilities

• Entwurf und Analyse von Experimenten, Laborwartung und Literaturrecherche.
• Vorbereitung von Manuskripten und Stipendienanträgen sowie Schulung von Studenten.

Skills

Histologie

Rodentengehirndissektion

Stereotaktische Chirurgie

Fluoreszenzmikroskopie

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Computerkenntnisse

Kreativität

Education

Bachelor in Medizin

Bachelor in Neurowissenschaften

Bachelor in Biochemie

Bachelor in Molekularbiologie

Master in Biologie oder Biomedizin

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Visiting Researcher, Multiple Vacancies
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	RWJ-Child Health Institute
Overview	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), New Jersey's academic health center, integrates education, clinical care, and research to improve human health. RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and centers focusing on cancer, neuroscience, biotechnology, environmental health, and healthcare policy. Our faculty are experienced teachers, clinicians, and scientists advancing medical innovation and patient care. We offer education across medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and allied health careers. Our facilities are located throughout New Jersey, collaborating with major hospitals and affiliates. Rutgers aims to transform lives through its community of health professionals and researchers.
Posting Summary	Rutgers University seeks a Visiting Researcher at the Child Health Institute of NJ, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under Dr. Zhiping Pang, the researcher will conduct molecular cloning, cell culture, confocal imaging, and data analysis. Candidates should have a background in neuroscience or cell biology, with experience in experimental research, and be recent graduates with a bachelor's degree (master's preferred). Prior publication experience is required. The role includes training in experimental design and presentation skills, with resources provided by the PI. Key duties include experiment design and analysis, laboratory maintenance, literature review, manuscript and grant preparation, and training students. The position is full-time, on-site, exempt, with a salary range of $41K-$47K based on experience, and standard hours of 37.5 per week.
Qualifications	Minimum Education and Experience: Recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in Medicine, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or relevant biological sciences. Prior basic or clinical research experience. Certifications/Licenses: Not specified. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skills in histology, rodent brain dissection, stereotaxic surgeries, fluorescent microscopy, effective communication, computer literacy, collaborative and independent work, motivation, creativity, and interaction.
Preferred Qualifications	Master's degree in biology or biomedicine; experience with animal behavioral techniques.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Laboratory environment, exposure to chemicals, moderate noise, some lifting, walking, standing, sitting. Must pass health and safety training.
Additional Details	Posting number: 24ST2223. Location: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, New Brunswick, NJ. All employment offers contingent on pre-employment screenings. Vaccination policies apply, including flu vaccination during flu season. Rutgers is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and prohibits discrimination based on protected classes.