Research Teaching Specialist V

Research Teaching Specialist V

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist V for the Center for Advanced Biotechnology & Medicine (CABM) in Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS). The primary purpose of the Research Teaching Specialist V is to contribute to investigations of the role of neural activity in guiding and initiating motor actions. The RTS will assist the research of other scientists in the lab, maintain the activities of the lab, as well as run independent projects.

While projects will evolve over time, an initial project will involve rodent behavioral training, and will benefit from a multidisciplinary skillset. Mentorship is a core mission of the Oldenburg Lab. All members of the lab are expected to be helpful and supportive of each other. The PI will endeavor to do what he can to help each member succeed, both within the lab and when they eventually move on.

As such, every member of the lab is encouraged to explore that which interests them and to share their specific expertise. In addition, the RTS will have the opportunity to attend scientific conferences and learn appropriate scientific methods and procedures. The RTS is expected to have experience in conducting and analyzing scientific experiments involving rodent models and in neuroscience techniques, such as genotyping, survival surgery, histology, microscopy, electrophysiology, calcium imaging, or coding.

The RTS will be responsible for maintenance and genotyping of the mouse colony and will assist with ongoing research projects in the lab. The RTS will also be responsible for ordering reagents and supplies as well as collaborating with the Principal Investigator in monitoring how the resources are used in the lab. The RTS is expected to maintain a high level of research competency, knowledge, and skills to perform duties assigned by the Principal Investigator.

This is a grant-funded position contingent on the availability of funds to support it. Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Handles, breeds, genotypes, and trains rodents for experimental purposes.
• Attends and participates in regular lab meetings.
• Maintains databases of lab equipment, reagents, and animals.
• Performs the standard experiments in the lab:
  Rodent behavioral training, microscopy, multiphoton imaging, rodent surgical procedures, PCR, etc.
• Evaluates existing procedures and proposes modifications or changes in order to keep the methodology and procedures current.
• Manages and maintains lab supplies, stocks, equipment, inventories, and databases, and helps to evaluate and improve lab management practices as required.
• Assists with ordering lab supplies, providing the Principal Investigator with purchase recommendations, and help improve the cost effectiveness and environmental impact of lab operations.
• Assists the Principal Investigator with the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications by preparing text and creating figures.

FLSA
- Exempt

Grade - 17S

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Offer Information
- 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.

Benefits
- Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may 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 (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs

Position Status
- Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours - 37.50

Daily Work Shift
- Day

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