Lab Technician - Schindler Lab

Lab Technician
- Schindler Lab

Recruitment/Posting Title
- Lab Technician
- Schindler Lab

Job Category - AFSCME 1761 (COLT)

Department
- Human Genetics Institute of NJ

Overview
- 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.

Posting Summary
- Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Lab Technician for the Department of Genetics. Among the key duties of this position are the following:
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.

FLSA
- Nonexempt

Grade - 13

Salary Details

Minimum Salary -

Mid Range Salary -

Maximum Salary -

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 - 35.00

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement
- This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description - AFSCME
- Local 1761 COLT

Payroll Designation
- People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
- Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
- 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.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 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.

Preferred Qualifications
- 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.

Equipment Utilized
- Microsoft Office and Adobe. PCR machines, dissecting microscopes, Leica light (inverted and upright), epifluorescence, and/or confocal microscopes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
- 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.