Research Teaching Specialist IV

Position Details Research Teaching Specialist IV – Neuroscience & Cell Biology – Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Full Time. 37.5 hours per week. Overview New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University‑New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, supports the daily operations and scientific infrastructure of a newly established systems neuroscience laboratory. Responsibilities span assistance with laboratory management and maintenance of shared computational analysis pipelines. Assists with day‑to‑day laboratory operations, including maintaining lab organization, managing shared spaces, and ensuring efficient laboratory workflows. Assists with placing orders, tracking deliveries, and maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintains and contributes to a shared laboratory codebase, ensuring version‑controlled analysis pipelines for neural and behavioral data. Develops, documents, and maintains standard operating protocols (SOPs); assists with onboarding and training of new students, fellows, and research staff. Keeps detailed records of procedures and experiments. Assists the Principal Investigator with the preparation of grant applications, progress reports, and administrative tasks. Assists in the establishment of performance standards, as well as in the selection of methodology and instrumentation. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: 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 (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Master’s Degree in a relevant science, or a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant science plus one (1) year of related research experience. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must be able to follow detailed laboratory instructions; strong organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications Fabrication experience with 3D printing, laser cutting, and machining is preferred; programming experience (Python, MATLAB, and/or Arduino/microcontroller programming) is preferred; familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative code management is preferred. Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical demands: standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. Work environment: laboratory setting with moderate noise; vivarium environment with allergens present. 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. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary 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 refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: #J-18808-Ljbffr