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Laboratory/Technical Assistant - Temporary

Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick
Oct 29, 2025
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Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory/Technical Assistant - Temporary
Posting Number 25TM0425
Department SAS-DLS-Ctr Collab Neurosci
Overview
The School of Arts and Sciences ( SAS) at Rutgers University is the largest academic unit of the University and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning humanities, social, physical and life sciences and over 100 different majors, plus programs, centers, bureaus and institutes. SAS has a membership of over 2,000 permanent and temporary faculty (instructional and research), teaching and graduate assistants, part-time lecturers, and post-doctoral appointees, and over 500 administrative staff.

Arts and Sciences delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and service missions of the School. We are committed to providing academic departments, programs, and centers in the School of Arts and Sciences with reliable and trusted service, clear policies and procedures, innovative technologies, and a commitment to administrative excellence and efficiency.

Located in New Jersey, Rutgers University is a premiere, Research 1, public land grant institution that reflects the broad spectrum of backgrounds in the state. The School of Arts and Sciences, the largest and most comprehensive school at Rutgers University, is especially interested in candidates who can advance the goals and values expressed in the SAS Strategic Plan. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our mission of excellence.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Laboratory/ Technical Assistant for the Abraira Lab within the School of Arts and Sciences ( SAS). Under general guidance and direction, this Laboratory/Technical Assistant position exists to provide basic level laboratory and technical support, involving the application of scientific research methods and techniques, specifically in the study of somatosensory circuit analysis in preclinical animal models.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:

  • Ensures accurate completion of routine laboratory procedures and experiments following established protocols.
  • Performs multistage purifications, assays, and tests; prepares tissues, chemicals, and specimens; maintains laboratory equipment and supplies.
  • Maintains mouse colonies with accurate records.
  • Assists with mouse colony management, breeding, genotyping, and animal husbandry tasks under supervision.
  • Ensures accurate data collection from behavioral experiments.
  • Conducts standardized mouse behavioral tests following established protocols; records and organize behavioral data.
  • Organizes accurate data ready for analysis.
  • Enters experimental data into databases, organizes files, prepares basic summaries and charts under direction.
  • Cleans, organizes, and stocks laboratory space.
  • Maintains laboratory organization, cleans equipment, orders supplies, ensures compliance with safety protocols.

FLSA Nonexempt
Salary Details $40,000 - $43,000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
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

Position Status Full Time
Working Hours 37.5
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month
Qualifications






Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant laboratory technician or research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests, or other technical work may be substituted for the degree.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
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Physical Demands and Work Environment
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Posting Open Date 10/28/2025
Posting Close Date 11/28/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.


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. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.



Affirmative 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 the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement


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