Research Teaching Specialist II

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist II within the Medical Immunology Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. The primary role of the Research Teaching Specialist II (RTS II) under the direction of Principal Investigator Christian Hinrichs is to design and conduct highly specialized, technical research in tumor immunology with a focus on the discovery and development of T cell therapy for cancer, including tumor‑infiltrating lymphocytes and gene‑engineered T cells.

Active areas of research include T cell receptor discovery, membrane‑tethered cytokine technologies, tumor resistance mutations, target antigen discovery, and preclinical development of new TCR‑based treatments. Opportunities exist to work in an interdisciplinary team in both clinical and laboratory research settings on high‑impact, cutting‑edge projects.

• Conduct multidisciplinary research in tumor immunology and cancer immunotherapy, including cell culture, immunologic assays, molecular assays, gene engineering, and animal experiments.
• Investigate, review, modify, develop, and test new analytical procedures and methodologies under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Assist with the design of research studies according to study protocols.
• Act as a scientific consultant in areas of specific expertise and train laboratory personnel.
• Interpret raw analytical data and present conclusions to the Principal Investigator for approval.
• Prepare or participate in the preparation of written and oral reports relating to research, grants, and other activities containing findings, conclusions, or recommendations.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and store digital research data in designated locations.
• Follow laboratory rules and research protocols.
• Collaborate with laboratory members to maintain equipment, manage shared supplies and inventories, update protocols, and dispose of hazardous waste properly.

• Master’s Degree in a biomedical or related science, plus two (2) years of related research experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree in a biomedical or related science, plus three (3) years of related research experience.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

• Prior experience with detailed knowledge of T cell biology, tumor immunology, antigen presentation, T cell receptors, tumor antigens, immunotherapy, and laboratory animals.

Grade: 25S. Minimum Salary: $71,162. Mid‑Range Salary: $85,428. Maximum Salary: $101,456.

Benefits 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; life insurance coverage; and employee discount programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Laboratory environment. Moderate noise.
• Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs, and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases. Universal precautions are mandatory.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals.

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.

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