Lab Technician - Schindler Lab

Position Details

• Recruitment/Posting
  
  Title:
  
  Lab Technician
  - Schindler Lab
• Job Category: AFSCME 1761 (COLT)
• Department:
  Human Genetics Institute of NJ
• FLSA:
  Nonexempt
• Grade: 13
• Position Status:
  Full Time
• Standard
  
  Hours:
  
  35.00
• Work Arrangement:
  This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
• Union
  
  Description:
  
  AFSCME
  - Local 1761 COLT
• Payroll Designation:
  People Soft
• Terms of Appointment:
  Staff - 12 month
• Position Pension Eligibility: PERS

The Human Genetics Institute of New Jersey (HGINJ) has embarked on a major initiative to encourage, foster, and support research in the life sciences within Rutgers University and the greater New Jersey community. As a part of this initiative, further research will be emphasized in five major core programs. Based on the strengths and expertise of the life sciences faculty, these programs include:
Brain Disorders, Cancer Genomics, Computational Genetics, Reproductive Genetics, and Stem Cells. Each program is headed by a leading expert in the area of concentration.

The mission of the Human Genetics Institute of New Jersey (HGINJ) is to operate a world-renowned institute of excellence in human and medical genetics, to collaborate with and enhance research and training programs in the life sciences of Rutgers, and to facilitate scientific relationships with the private sector. HGINJ is comprised of prominent research scientists with specialties encompassing a broad range of topics.

Areas of concentration currently include the following core programs:
Brain Disorders, Cancer Genomics, Computational Genetics, Reproductive Genetics, and Stem Cells.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Lab Technician for the Department of Genetics.

• Performs research using mouse oocytes to study processes relevant to human health and disease using genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and microscopy/imaging.
• Works with a research supervisor but also be capable of working independently to perform lab work in this area.
• Performs standard laboratory techniques including ability to design, organize and implement cell biology experiments, mouse transgenesis, phenotypic analysis, dissecting, epifluorescence and confocal microscopy.
• Maintains an accurate and detailed lab notebook and presentations of data.
• Works in a team based setting.

• Minimum Salary:
• Mid Range Salary:
• Maximum Salary:

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.

• 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

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent with coursework completed in the relevant science area(s) and one year of research study experience.
• An equivalent amount of college-level study in an appropriate science curriculum may be substituted for the experience.
• Practical understanding and a working knowledge of basic scientific techniques, and the ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to participate in required occupational health and safety programs.
• Successful completion of the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline.
• Experience conducting imaging based cellular phenotyping assays.
• Education in genetics or life sciences and experience in conducting related laboratory research.
• Skilled with standard life science laboratory techniques such as genetic analysis, transgenesis, CRISPR and recombinant DNA techniques, phenotypic analysis, dissecting, epifluorescence and confocal microscopy.
• Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• PCR machines, dissecting microscopes, Leica light (inverted and upright), epifluorescence, and/or confocal microscopes.
• Lift and move up to 30 pounds and operate and maintain sophisticated equipment.
• Able to stand, lift, bend.
• Able to reach and grasp with arms and hands.
• Long periods of standing and/or sitting.
• Regular work week may include evening and/or weekend work.

• Posting Number: 26ST1596
• Posting Open Date: 08/06/2026
• Regional Campus:
  Rutgers University-New Brunswick
• Home Location Campus:
  Rutgers University
  - New Brunswick
• City:
  Piscataway
• State: NJ

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all…