Student Research Lab Assistant Jobs in Edison, NJ

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Lab Assistant
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department
RWJ - Neurosurgery
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 Lab Assistant for the department of Neurosurgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Senior Research Associate and Postdoctoral Researchers, the Lab Assistant will assist with neuroimaging research projects. The individual will design, test, and evaluate methods and protocols for processing and analyzing neuroimaging data, including structural CT/MRI, resting-state fMRI, DTI, and task-based fMRI, using statistical, computational, and machine-learning approaches. The neuroimaging data will be interpreted along with the study subject's demographic information and neurocognitive performance scores. This person will summarize and organize collected data and publish the results of investigations in professional journals. The individual should work at some level of independence under the mentorship of the PI and Senior Research Associate.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Aid with research in publication editing, bioinformatics analysis, neuroimaging analysis, statistical analysis, data visualization, and histology.
• Develop and maintain reproducible workflows using Python, R, or comparable tools for neuroimaging data processing, quality control, statistical analysis, and visualization.
• Apply statistical and machine-learning methods, including functional connectivity analysis, and integrate imaging-derived features with demographic, clinical, behavioral, and neurocognitive data.
• Prepare figures, tables, analytical reports, and technical documentation for presentations, publications, and collaboration while maintaining data quality, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Assists in maintaining records and files.
• Ensures maintenance of laboratory equipment is in good working order.
• Keeps detailed records of procedures and experiments.

FLSA
Nonexempt
Grade
132
Salary Details
Minimum Salary
20.280
Mid Range Salary
20.780
Maximum Salary
21.400
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
Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours
35.00
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description
Teamsters 97
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
PERS
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biological sciences, molecular biology, data science, statistics, computer science, engineering, or a related science field.
• One year of experience working in a basic science lab environment.
• Experience with graphing, statistical analysis, and data management.

Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Effective communication skills for presenting data and interacting with team members.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of research integrity and compliance with institutional guidelines.
• Excellent written, verbal, and computer skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Attentive to record keeping, filing, data management, integrity, and accuracy.
• Must be able to work independently and/or collaboratively.
• Outstanding presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: The position requires the ability to perform laboratory work, including standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods. The candidate must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in a laboratory environment that may involve exposure to biological samples, chemicals, and standard laboratory equipment. The candidate must adhere to all institutional safety guidelines and federal regulations. The noise level is generally moderate. Some work may require flexible scheduling to meet experimental timelines.

Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number
26ST1534
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
Piscataway (RBHS)
City
Piscataway
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
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