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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title: Laboratory Technician
Job Category: AFSCME 1761 (COLT)
Department: SEBS - Animal Science
Overview
The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions.
Rutgers University hosts one of the most diverse student bodies in the United States. Our institution is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; our priority to diversify our faculty ranks is outlined in the Rutgers DEI strategic plan. We especially encourage applications from backgrounds underrepresented in animal sciences including Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ scientists.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. This is a full-time, twelve-month position to oversee laboratory activities and facilitate research in the laboratory of Tess Stahl, Ph.D. Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Carries out and facilitates research in ruminant nutrition and lactation biology, as well as general laboratory management.
- Responsible for the preparation of reagents, performing laboratory experiments and feed analysis, as well as organization of lab records, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Provides professional level laboratory technical support duties involving the application of scientific research methods and techniques.
- Performs multistage purifications, other assays, and tests; propagates non-animal specimens and cell cultures; prepares tissues, chemicals, and/or living subjects for testing; may conduct breeding of small animals; and performs related duties as assigned.
Position Status
Position Status: Full Time
Daily Work Shift: Day
Work Arrangement
- This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Requires a 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.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Requires a practical understanding and a working knowledge of basic scientific techniques.
- Requires the ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal skills, and computer literacy, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Special Conditions
Regular workweek may include evening and/or weekend work.
Application Instructions
To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 09/20/2024.
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