Part Time Student Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Student Assistant, Part Time (Multiple Vacancies)
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department
RWJ - Child Health Institute
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 part time Student Assistant for the Child Health Institute of NJ at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Under the direction and supervision of the PI and Lab Manager, the student assistant will learn a wide array of applied techniques relevant to their field of study. The Student Assistants will be trained in improving their experimental design skills and their oral and written presentation skills. Multiple resources for career development to aid with these requirements will be provided by the PI.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists in performing experiments related to cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and/or neuroscience.
• Assists in maintaining laboratory instrumentation such as centrifuges, electrophoresis, and confocal microscopes.
• Compiles and analyzes data with appropriate statistical analysis, conclusions, and future directions in support of further CHI research.
• Adhere to established performance standards and coordination of experimental approaches in support of CHI research.
• Keeps clear and detailed records of the analyses performed in accordance with laboratory guidelines, maintain data in shared and readily accessible locations, present data to the PI and other lab members.
• Assists the Principal Investigator with general lab maintenance duties, lab organization and supply ordering.

FLSA
Nonexempt
Grade
99H
Salary Details
minimum of $15.92/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
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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
15-20
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
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Position Pension Eligibility
None
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program, required.

Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Broad (college-level) knowledge in relevant biological sciences including biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology and/or neuroscience, required.
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills; and the ability to understand and communicate sufficiently perform the job duties.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools.
• Researcher must have the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Must be highly motivated, self-driven, creative, and interactive.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in learning to perform molecular, cellular, and imaging experiments a plus.

Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands:

• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment.
• Must be able to work with rodents.
• Some lifting may be required: laboratory items and/or boxes.
• Walking, standing, and sitting is required.

Work Environment:

• Must pass employee health clearance, TB Test and required safety training.
• Must follow all safety precautions in laboratory, as required.

Special Conditions

• This position is for the summer semester beginning June 1, 2026, through August 28, 2026. Applicant must be a current student in a graduate or undergraduate program within Rutgers or RBHS.

Posting Details
Posting Number
26ST0566
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement