Rutgers University
Temporary Research Assistant
Rutgers University, Stratford, Connecticut, United States, 06497
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Institute for Translational Medicine and ScienceOverview: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 of New Jersey is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant for Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science (RITMS) within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences.The Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science (RITMS) was founded in January 2016 and is directed by the Vice-Chancellor for clinical and translational science, Dr. Reynold Panettieri. RITMS conducts basic research in immunology, physiology, and molecular biology. RITMS provides unique opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral research and clinical education, and cooperative education training. The program is interdisciplinary by nature.This position requires performing a broad range of experiments in cell and molecular biology, tissue cultures, and animal work, as well as learning to process clinical samples. Primary responsibilities will include culturing different lung cell types (both primary cells and cell lines), performing human and murine Precision Cut Lung Slice (PCLS) experiments, performing immunological assays (immunofluorescent staining, ELISA, western blots, immunoprecipitations, and flow cytometry/FACS), and molecular biology techniques (PCR & real-time PCR techniques, DNA and mRNA sample preparation, plasmid DNA preparation, DNA subcloning, and siRNA/shRNA transfections). The PI will design experiments, but the applicant will be expected to troubleshoot these procedures as needed. Accurate notebooks must be kept. Data analysis and assistance in publication preparation is also required. Additional duties include assisting in experimental design and participating in general laboratory activities.Key Duties:Culturing different lung cell types (both primary cells and cell lines).Performing human and murine Precision Cut Lung Slice (PCLS) experiments.Performing immunological assays (immunofluorescent staining, ELISA, western blots, immunoprecipitations, and flow cytometry/FACS).Performing molecular biology techniques (PCR & real-time PCR techniques, DNA and mRNA sample preparation, plasmid DNA preparation, DNA subcloning, and siRNA/shRNA transfections).Data analysis and assistance in publication preparation.Assisting in experimental design and participating in general laboratory activities.Position Status:
Full TimeDaily Work Shift:
DayWork Arrangement:
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.Minimum Education and Experience:Enrolled in an undergraduate program or recent graduate from one of the following fields: biology, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or other related science field.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.Candidates with single-cell and single-molecule biophysical assays experience and/or pulmonary research experience.Preferred Qualifications:Familiarity with basic concepts of cell, cell-cell signaling, and molecular biology.A strong background in cell and molecular biology and tissue culture.Experience performing basic scientific assays including tissue culture, protein isolation, western blot analysis, RNA/DNA isolation and purification, PCR, and ELISAs.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing.No special vision requirements.Ability to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds.General laboratory setting.Requires extensive safety training.Will be exposed to chemicals.Special Conditions:Posting Number:
24ST0119Home Location Campus:
Downtown New BrunswickCity:
New BrunswickState:
NJAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution.
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Institute for Translational Medicine and ScienceOverview: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 of New Jersey is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant for Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science (RITMS) within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences.The Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science (RITMS) was founded in January 2016 and is directed by the Vice-Chancellor for clinical and translational science, Dr. Reynold Panettieri. RITMS conducts basic research in immunology, physiology, and molecular biology. RITMS provides unique opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral research and clinical education, and cooperative education training. The program is interdisciplinary by nature.This position requires performing a broad range of experiments in cell and molecular biology, tissue cultures, and animal work, as well as learning to process clinical samples. Primary responsibilities will include culturing different lung cell types (both primary cells and cell lines), performing human and murine Precision Cut Lung Slice (PCLS) experiments, performing immunological assays (immunofluorescent staining, ELISA, western blots, immunoprecipitations, and flow cytometry/FACS), and molecular biology techniques (PCR & real-time PCR techniques, DNA and mRNA sample preparation, plasmid DNA preparation, DNA subcloning, and siRNA/shRNA transfections). The PI will design experiments, but the applicant will be expected to troubleshoot these procedures as needed. Accurate notebooks must be kept. Data analysis and assistance in publication preparation is also required. Additional duties include assisting in experimental design and participating in general laboratory activities.Key Duties:Culturing different lung cell types (both primary cells and cell lines).Performing human and murine Precision Cut Lung Slice (PCLS) experiments.Performing immunological assays (immunofluorescent staining, ELISA, western blots, immunoprecipitations, and flow cytometry/FACS).Performing molecular biology techniques (PCR & real-time PCR techniques, DNA and mRNA sample preparation, plasmid DNA preparation, DNA subcloning, and siRNA/shRNA transfections).Data analysis and assistance in publication preparation.Assisting in experimental design and participating in general laboratory activities.Position Status:
Full TimeDaily Work Shift:
DayWork Arrangement:
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.Minimum Education and Experience:Enrolled in an undergraduate program or recent graduate from one of the following fields: biology, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or other related science field.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.Candidates with single-cell and single-molecule biophysical assays experience and/or pulmonary research experience.Preferred Qualifications:Familiarity with basic concepts of cell, cell-cell signaling, and molecular biology.A strong background in cell and molecular biology and tissue culture.Experience performing basic scientific assays including tissue culture, protein isolation, western blot analysis, RNA/DNA isolation and purification, PCR, and ELISAs.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing.No special vision requirements.Ability to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds.General laboratory setting.Requires extensive safety training.Will be exposed to chemicals.Special Conditions:Posting Number:
24ST0119Home Location Campus:
Downtown New BrunswickCity:
New BrunswickState:
NJAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution.
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