Laboratory Technician

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Full Time

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Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory Technician Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department CINJ-Molecular Biology & Biochemistry Overview

RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES:

VISION:

Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.

MISSION:

Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.

CORE VALUES:

Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge

Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection

Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge

Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions

Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Laboratory Technician in the Molecular Biology & Biochemistry Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.

Under direction, the Laboratory Technician performs and assists with technical laboratory procedures and analyses in support of specialized research activities of the laboratory, including work involving mice. In addition to these responsibilities, the Laboratory Technician assists in the set-up and conducting of experiments as required. The Laboratory Technician performs other related laboratory duties as needed.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:

Assists in packing, unpacking, storing, and classification of lab supplies and specimens.
Performs standard laboratory procedures involved in making required tests and analyses.
Assists in preparing culture media, reagents, stains, and stock solutions.
Helps maintain records, files, and databases.
Assists with experimentation and research activities, including working with mice.
Maintains accurate records of experimentation and research.
Reviews selected literature relevant to research activities.
Prepares reports, documents, and databases.
Assists with the maintenance of the Laboratory facilities, equipment, and instruments.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 157 Salary Details Minimum Salary 23.680 Mid Range Salary 24.180 Maximum Salary 24.910 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

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
Life insurance coverage
Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: .

Position Status Full Time Working Hours (per week) Standard Hours 40.00 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description Teamsters 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Associate Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Medicine or a related Life Sciences field is required.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong oral and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative, yet seek supervision as appropriate.
Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior research experience preferred.
Experimental skills in cell culture and animal work preferred.
Knowledge in biochemistry and metabolism as asset.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.
No special vision requirements.
Lifting up to 25 lbs.
Hand coordination and dexterity to perform lab bench tasks, surgeries and dissections on mice, similar other physical demands in lab work and mouse care.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Lab environment with moderate noise.
Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases.
Universal precautions are mandatory. Exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 25ST1846 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:

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