Research Teaching Specialist IV

Research Teaching Specialist IV

Department:
Oral Biology, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (RSDM) – Newark, NJ.

Position Status:
Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week, on-site only. Grade: 19S.

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) seeks a Research Teaching Specialist IV to support laboratory research in wound healing, salivary gland development and regeneration, and saliva–bacteria/host–microbe interactions using molecular, cellular, and in vivo mouse approaches within a collaborative environment.

• Independent execution of specialized laboratory experiments using molecular, cellular, and tissue-based assays.
• Conduct in vitro experiments (cell culture, molecular biology) and in vivo (mouse) studies, following approved protocols.
• Maintain accurate experimental records per institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with protocol development, optimization, and day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, reagents, and supplies.
• Compile data and assist in preparing figures, summaries, reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Support and assist with training of students and new laboratory personnel.
• Ensure staff compliance with policies and procedures specific to their roles.

Base salary: $54,196.00 (minimum). Mid-range: $64,635.00. Maximum: $76,450.00. Final offer may vary based on qualifications, experience, and available funding.

• 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

• Master’s degree in Oral Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, or related field; or Bachelor’s degree plus one year of research experience.
• Prior experience with mouse handling and wet‑lab research techniques (cell culture, basic molecular biology, gene editing, molecular cloning).
• Ability to plan and carry out research projects independently.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentational skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with staff at all levels.
• Willingness to obtain required training and learn new skills.

• Walk from lab bench to office.
• Lab work and office work.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae.

Rutgers is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. The university provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership, gender identity or expression, disability status, military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• FLSA:
  Exempt.
• Union: HPAE 5094.
• Position Status:
  Full-time.
• Working Hours:
  
  37.5 hours per week.
• Daily
  
  Work Shift:
  
  Day.
• Work Arrangement:
  Fully on-site.
• Salary Grade: 19S.
• Terms of Appointment:
  Staff - 12 month.
• Pension Eligibility: ABP.
• Posting Number: 26ST0317.
• Posting Open Date: 02/18/2026.