Research Teaching Specialist V

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Recruitment/Posting Title Research Teaching Specialist V Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department RWJ - Neurosurgery Overview

New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist V for the department of Neurosurgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Research Teaching Specialist V (RTS), performs work requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and assisting with computational data analysis and data management. The RTS V will be tasked to design, test, and evaluate methods and protocols for processing and analyzing electrophysiological and behavioral data. Under direction, the neurophysiological data will be interpreted along with the behavioral analysis performance of the animals.

The RTS V will summarize and organize data collected and publish the results of investigations in professional journals. This position will perform assigned research activities under the supervision and mentorship of the Principal Investigator.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

* As directed, performs various research and technical operations relative to the ongoing investigatory activities of the laboratory.

* Participates in the evaluation of existing procedures suggesting revisions where necessary and proposing new procedures where required.

* Assists with training fellows, students and lab technicians in laboratory techniques as directed.

* Responsible for submitting purchase recommendations to the supervisor.

* Ensures that laboratory equipment is maintained in good working orders.

* Keeps detailed records of procedures and experiments.

FLSA Exempt Grade 17S Salary Details Minimum Salary  Mid Range Salary  Maximum Salary  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 Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation People Soft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

* Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Ability to read, write, speak and understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform job duties.

* Close attention to detail and strong interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

* Prior research experience an asset.

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