Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	SR LAB TECHNICIAN
Job Category	AFSCME 1761 (COLT)
Department	Human Genetics Inst of NJ
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sr. Lab Technician for the Department of Genetics. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Research uses the genetically tractable C. elegans systems to study processes relevant to human health and disease using genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and microscopy/imaging. Work with a research supervisor but also be capable of working independently to perform lab work in this area. Standard laboratory techniques include C. elegans genetic analysis, transgenesis, biochemical experiments, CRISPR and recombinant DNA techniques, phenotypic analysis, dissecting, epifluorescence and confocal microscopy. Maintaining an accurate and detailed lab notebook and presentations of data.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	16
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	41640.370
Annual Mid Range Salary	49137.110
Annual Maximum Salary	56633.840
Standard Hours	35.00
Union Description	AFSCME - Local 1761 COLT
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 . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelors degree in a scientific discipline. A combination of two years college-level science curriculum plus two years relevant laboratory technician or research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests may be substituted for the degree. An additional equivalent amount of college-level study in an appropriate science curriculum may be substituted for the experience in the above combination. Education in genetics or life sciences and experience in conducting related laboratory research.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Knowledge of scientific empirical procedures. Must understand the fundamentals of the science. Must be able to read and understand technical documents. Must perform basic scientific routines, protocols, and tests. Must articulate data to researchers. Ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats. Must be able to communicate effectively. Will be required to participate in required occupational health and safety programs. Skilled with standard life science laboratory techniques such as genetic analysis, transgenesis, biochemical experiments, CRISPR and recombinant DNA techniques, phenotypic analysis, dissecting, epifluorescence and confocal microscopy and ability to perform these techniques with C. elegans.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with C. elegans genetics is an asset.
Equipment Utilized	Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and Adobe, PCR machines. Familiar with PCR machines, dissecting microscopes, Zeiss light (inverted and upright), epifluorescence, and/or confocal microscopes.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Lift and move up to 30 pounds and operate and maintain sophisticated equipment. Able to stand, lift, bend. Able to reach and grasp with arms and hands. Long periods of standing and/or sitting. Regular workweek may include evening and/or weekend work.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST1777
Posting Open Date	06/29/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants	Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, 07/10/2023. Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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