"Lab Technician"

Position Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Lab Technician within the Radiation Cancer Biology Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.

The Lab Technician will be responsible for conducting and executing research experiments following the instructions given by the laboratory team. Rutgers Cancer Institute leverages numerous experimental approaches including single-cell genomics by next-generation sequencing, in situ single-cell analyses of DNA and RNA by Fluorescent in situ Hybridization (FISH), and CRISPR gene editing to induce genomic instability and study its consequences on tumor transformation and therapy response. In this role, the Lab Technician will support the research of Principal Investigators and senior members of the laboratory. Additionally, the Lab Technician will assist in designing and executing experiments, preparing submission and publication materials, and learning appropriate scientific methods and procedures.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:

• Performs cellular and mouse experiments that are proposed in the grant, with a specific focus on the function of the chromosome structural and copy number alterations under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Assists in the design and execution of experiments. Has essential computer skills. Maintains database on computer.
• Assists in packing, unpacking, storing, and classifying 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.
• Assists with experimentation and research activities.
• Assists with maintaining the Laboratory facilities, equipment, and instruments.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in a relevant science.

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

Equipment Utilized

Standard lab equipment; computer software/hardware; presentation software; microscopes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical demands:

Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.

No special vision requirements.

Lifting up to 25 lbs.

Work environment:

Laboratory work environment, with moderate noise.

Exposure to biological specimens (cells, blood, tissues, etc.) with possible exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous chemicals, including therapeutic drugs.

The laboratory environment operates under mandatory universal safety precautions.

Special Conditions

Complete mandatory lab safety/shipping training courses prior to laboratory work, as Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey requires.