Laboratory Technical Assistant

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Laboratory/Technical Assistant for the Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience within the School of Arts and Sciences. Our mission is to unravel the complexities of blood-brain barrier (BBB) regulation across development, normal physiology, and disease states. We are a dynamic and innovative new research group leveraging methodologies such as functional tracer leakage assays, live confocal microscopy, molecular and genetic tool development, electron microscopy, and targeted small-molecule screens.

We are pursuing several projects related to astrocyte function, neural crest lineage effects on BBB characteristics, and discovery of small molecules to modulate BBB permeability. This position offers an opportunity to join a new lab with strong technical and conceptual training, mentorship, and career development, and is suitable for candidates seeking additional training in experimental neuroscience prior to applying to graduate school.

Location:

Rutgers University-New Brunswick;
Home Location Campus:
Busch (RU-New Brunswick);
City:
Piscataway;
State: NJ. On-site work arrangement required.

• Assists with experiments by performing molecular biology, microinjections, microscopy imaging, in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry, and data analysis.
• Maintains fish colony by crossing and genotyping transgenic and mutant lines.
• Orders supplies, stock solution, and overall lab upkeep.

Minimum Education and Experience
:
Bachelor's degree in a scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant laboratory technician, research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests or other technical work.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
:
General lab upkeep, ordering, animal colony management, and maintaining animal and biosafety protocols for the lab. Visit  for more information about the lab.

• 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
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please refer to Rutgers Benefits Overview.

• Department: SAS-DLS-Cell Bio & Neurosci
• FLSA:
  Nonexempt
• Salary: $36,500 - $38,000
• Position Status:
  Full Time
• Working Hours (per week): 40
• Daily
  
  Work Shift:
  
  Day
• Work Arrangement:
  On-site
• Payroll Designation:
  People Soft
• Terms of Appointment:
  Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month

• Posting Open Date: 09/08/2025
• Posting Close Date: 10/08/2025
• Open Until Filled:
  No
• Regional Campus:
  Rutgers University-New Brunswick
• Home Location Campus:
  Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
• City:
  Piscataway
• State: NJ

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings. Immunization policies may apply; proof of vaccination or exemption may be required. It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category. For more information, see Rutgers non-discrimination statements.