Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Research Associate III |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Healthcare |
| Department |
NJMS-PHRI CENTER-Z30001 |
| 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 five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, 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-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's 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 |
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Associate
III for the International Center for Public Health Department within New Jersey Medical School.
The primary purpose of the Research Associate
III position is to conduct research in the field of the role of mucosal immunity in viral infection in Dr. Theresa L. Chang's laboratory.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Will examine the effect of hormones and mucosal immunity in viral infection and disease progression in humans and animal models.
- Will carry out assignments in the laboratory and help manage the laboratory.
- Compiles and presents statistical data with appropriate conclusions and recommendations in a weekly group meeting.
- Assists in the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications for the funding of research activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Dr. Chang.
- Understands and adheres to Rutgers compliance standards as they appear in RBHS' Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
- Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Hours Per Week |
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| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
18S |
| Position Salary |
$51,169.00 |
| Annual Minimum Salary |
51169.00 |
| Annual Mid Range Salary |
60954.00 |
| Annual Maximum Salary |
71835.00 |
| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Union Description |
HPAE 5094 |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- MS Degree in the field of infectious diseases, immunology, molecular cellular biology plus 1 year of research experience or BS Degree in the field of infectious diseases, immunology, molecular cellular biology plus 2 years of research experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Experience in processing primary cells from blood and tissue, as well as handling mice, is essential.
- Must have an excellent communication and writing skills.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Familiarity with handling infectious agents, ELISA, FACS analysis, molecular cloning, real-time PCR analysis, and microscopy.
- Experience in molecular biology, cell biology, innate immunity and host-pathogen interaction.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to exert force to lift up to 30 lbs.
Work Environment:
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST0590 |
| Posting Open Date |
03/18/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Newark (RBHS) |
| City |
Newark |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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 |
Rutgers University
Mar 24, 2025