"Temporary Research Assistant (Clinical Research)"

Position Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant (Clinical Research) within the Rutgers Institute for Translational Medicine and Science (RITMS).

The Temporary Research Assistant (Clinical Research) position spans both the basic science and clinical research components of the RITMS. On the clinical research side, the candidate will have the opportunity to observe and contribute to all aspects of the clinical research workflow, including supporting research participant visits for ongoing studies, assisting in the development of protocols for new studies, adapting sponsor-initiated protocols, and preparing submissions for Institutional Review Board review.

In this role, the Temporary Research Assistant (Clinical Research) basic research responsibilities will involve conducting experiments to assess cellular responses to glucocorticoids and cAMP-elevating agents in lung cells. This includes culturing a variety of lung cell types (primary cells and established cell lines) and performing immunological assays such as immunofluorescent staining, ELISA, and western blotting. Additional duties include maintaining accurate laboratory records, managing supply orders, using MS Office to track inventories and experimental reagents, conducting data analysis, and performing general laboratory tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Culturing different lung cell types (both primary cells and cell lines).
• Performing human and murine Precision Cut Lung Slice (PCLS) experiments.
• Performing immunological assays (immunofluorescent staining, ELISA, western blots, immunoprecipitations, and flow cytometry/FACS).
• Performing molecular biology techniques (PCR & real time-PCR techniques, DNA and mRNA sample preparation, plasmid DNA preparation, DNA subcloning, and siRNA/shRNA transfections).
• Scheduling and assisting with patient visits.
• Processing clinical samples.
• Submitting protocols for review by the Institutional Review Board.
• Data analysis and assistance in publication preparation.
• Additional duties include assisting in experimental design and participating in general laboratory activities.
• Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate.
• Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Enrolled in an undergraduate program in biology, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, health sciences, nursing, or related discipline.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasional lifting 25-50 lbs., intermittently sitting/standing/stooping, typically sitting at a desk or table.
• Must be able to work at a computer for an extended period and must be able to operate specialized laboratory/scientific equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Biosafety Level 2 and 2+ laboratory environment working with human and animal fluids and tissue. Requires laboratory safety training.
• Caustic and toxic chemicals.
• Handle controlled substances such as pharmaceutical, radiological, or hazardous materials.

Salary: $15.92-$17.92/hr.