Temporary Research Assistant (Part-Time)
Rutgers
USD 20-20 / hour
Posted on Oct 22, 2025
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Temporary Research Assistant (Part-Time) |
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| Job Category | Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department | RWJ-CABM |
| 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 part-time Temporary Research Assistant in the Human Microbiome Laboratory at the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine (CABM), located on the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) campus in Piscataway, New Jersey. The Human Microbiome Laboratory seeks to understand the relationships and interactions between bacteria and their hosts, and the role of the human microbiome in health and disease. Under the direction of the Professor, the Temporary Research Assistant will contribute to a research project focused on the study of transgenerational microbiome alterations in relation to antibiotics and obesity. The Temporary Research Assistant will perform research activities relative to this project, as well as support other ongoing investigations within the lab. This is a valuable opportunity for a student or recent graduate in a scientific discipline to deepen their research skills and contribute significantly to important research in the field of microbiome science. Among the key duties of this position are the following:
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| FLSA | Nonexempt |
| Grade | 99H |
| Salary Details | $20/hour |
| Minimum Salary | 15.49 |
| Mid Range Salary | 75.00 |
| Maximum Salary | 150.00 |
| 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:
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| Position Status | Part Time |
| Working Hours | 19 hours/ week |
| Standard Hours | 40.00 |
| Daily Work Shift | Day |
| Work Arrangement | This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Union Description | Hourly Employees |
| Payroll Designation | PeopleSoft |
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| Terms of Appointment | Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
| Position Pension Eligibility | None |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number | 25ST2231 |
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| Regional Campus | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus | Piscataway (RBHS) |
| City | Piscataway |
| State | NJ |
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Pre-employment Screenings
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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.
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