Research Teaching Specialist V

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Teaching Specialist V

Job Category Staff & Executive – Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department RWJ-CABM

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 highly motivated and skilled Research Teaching Specialist V to support the setup and daily operations of a new research laboratory at the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine (CABM).

The Nyangahu lab at Rutgers University conducts research focused on understanding the impact of the maternal and infant gut microbiota and virome on immune development in infants. This will include investigating how alterations in maternal or infant intestinal microbial communities may impact infant vaccine responses and immunity to pathogens as well as associated mechanisms. Infants born to mothers with living HIV, even though HIV uninfected themselves, display heightened inflammation and susceptibility to infectious diseases. The Nyangahu lab is interested in unraveling mechanisms for this phenomenon. To address these questions, Dr. Nyangahu will perform translational work conducting research in infants exposed to HIV but uninfected and their mothers and validating findings using conventional and germ-free murine models. He collaborates with several investigators conducting research on HIV exposed Kenyan and South African infants.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in establishing laboratory protocols, maintaining equipment, and assisting with various research projects. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about microbiome research and eager to contribute to groundbreaking scientific discoveries.

The primary purpose of the Research Teaching Specialist V is to conduct specialized research and performs various research and technical operations relative to the ongoing investigatory activities of the laboratory. This position is an excellent training opportunity for those aspiring to pursue careers in science and/or medicine. This is a grant-funded position contingent on the availability of continued grant funding.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists in setting up and organizing the new laboratory space, and day-to-day maintenance of laboratory supplies, space, and instrumentation/ equipment.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents and solutions.
• Perform DNA/RNA extraction and prepare libraries for sequencing (16S and shotgun metagenomics).
• Conduct experiments using both human and murine samples.
• Conduct flow cytometry analysis of mouse tissues.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including PCR machines.
• Maintain accurate and detailed lab records and documentation. Must keep detailed records of procedures and experiments.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
• Assist the principal investigator in training of students and new staff in the lab.
• Support the principal investigator and research team in various administrative tasks including ordering, shipping, receiving, and inventory.

Position Status Full Time

Hours Per Week 

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement 

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 17S

Position Salary 

Annual Minimum Salary 49097.00

Annual Mid Range Salary 58427.00

Annual Maximum Salary 68819.00

Standard Hours 37.50

Union Description HPAE 5094

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.

Seniority Unit 

Terms of Appointment Staff – 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Minimum Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or a related field.

Certifications/Licenses

• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Requires demonstrated knowledge of standard molecular biology and immunological techniques.
• Proficiency in DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing methods is needed.
• Must possess strong organizational and multitasking skills, along with excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Must have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• The candidate is expected to be proficient in spoken and written English.
• Familiarity with approaches for microbiome assessment (16S rRNA sequencing and whole genome sequencing) is a plus.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and clean laboratory environment.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with approaches for microbiome assessment (16S rRNA sequencing and whole genome sequencing) is a plus.
• Experience working with murine models is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of proper handling of mice and familiarity with mouse work techniques is desirable.
• Prior research experience is an asset. Relevant laboratory experience in a bioscience discipline is strongly preferred.

Equipment Utilized 

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing, sitting, walking, talking, seeing, and hearing. Manual dexterity and vision sufficient for standard laboratory operations including pipetting and use of microscopes. Must be able to lift or exert force up to twenty (20) pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT;

Lab environment. Universal lab and safety precautions are mandatory.

Special Conditions 

Interested candidates must apply online and should submit:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience
• A detailed CV/resume
• Contact information for at least two professional references

Posting Number 25ST0352

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

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