Laboratory/Technical Asst Casual
Rutgers
IT
USD 42k-47k / year
Posted on Dec 20, 2025
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Laboratory/Technical Asst Casual |
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| Posting Number | 25TM0473 |
| Department | SASN - Biological Sciences |
| Overview | The Department of Biological Sciences is a teaching and research department that offers multiple educational, research and outreach programs in alignment with core guiding principles of Rutgers University – Newark. Important to the department mission is its contribution to education that supports and guides a large robust population of undergraduate students preparing for careers in healthcare professions as well as academic and private sector biomedical fields. Additionally, the department offers Ph.D. and MS graduate programs that provide advanced scholarly and research training in Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology. |
| Posting Summary | Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in the Department of Biological Sciences. Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI) of the Friedman laboratory, this position’s primary role is to assist the PI and other laboratory personnel in conducting basic scientific research. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: · Performing multistage purifications, other assays, and tests. · Propagating specimens and cell cultures. · Preparing tissues, chemicals, and animals for testing. · Maintaining records. · General organization and support of the laboratory. The position is dependent on adequate external funding. |
| FLSA | Nonexempt |
| Salary Details | $42,000 to $47,000 |
| 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:
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| Position Status | Part Time |
| Working Hours | 40 |
| Daily Work Shift | |
| Work Arrangement | |
| Payroll Designation | PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment | Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience | Requires a 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. |
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| Certifications/Licenses | |
| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | Requires a Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, biological sciences, or a related field with relevant laboratory research experience. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Equipment Utilized | Regular use of laboratory equipment, including, but not limited to, cryostat, and knows or will learn any and all equipment, software, and specialized materials needed to support the effective and efficient performance of this position. |
| Physical Demands and Work Environment | Laboratory environment. |
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date | |
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| Posting Close Date | 03/20/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Regional Campus | Rutgers University-Newark |
| Home Location Campus | Rutgers University-Newark |
| City | Newark |
| State | NJ |
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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.
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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement