Laboratory Assistant

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for the department of Neurosurgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Lab Assistant will be responsible for supporting ongoing laboratory activities and managing supply inventories, including managing and maintaining experimental animal colony. The laboratory assistant will contribute to meeting regulatory compliance (IRB and possible IACUC), maintaining research progress report, design history file, and compiling regulatory protocols; The laboratory assistant will be responsible for the organization and archiving collected both animal and human subject data.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists in packing, unpacking, storing, and maintaining lab supplies and materials.
• Ensures that glassware and equipment are kept clean and properly stored.
• Prepares stock solutions and buffers.
• Assisted with the maintenance of laboratory facilities, equipment, and instruments.
• Assists in maintaining records and files.
• Aid in minor animal surgeries, molecular, cellular, and electrophysiological experiments.
• Perform animal colony maintenance related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

One (1) year of prior laboratory experience required.

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands: The position requires the ability to perform laboratory work, including standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods. The candidate must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in a laboratory environment that may involve exposure to biological samples, chemicals, and standard laboratory equipment. The candidate must adhere to all institutional safety guidelines and federal regulations. The noise level is generally moderate. Some work may require flexible scheduling to meet experimental timelines.