Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Lab Technician
Job Category	AFSCME 1761 (COLT)
Department	SEBS - Animal Science
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the Department of Animal Sciences, School of Environmental and Biological Science. This position involves, but is not limited to, carrying out and facilitating research in reproductive physiology and molecular biology. The position will assist in ordering supplies, and is responsible for preparation of reagents, performing laboratory experiments, DNA, RNA, and protein analysis, as well assisting with organization of lab records, and maintenance of the equipment, in consultation with Principal Investigator and department administration. General Summary: • Under the immediate guidance and direction of a senior technician or other supervisor, provides routine technical support relative to scientific research work or projects of a laboratory and/or teaching program. • Collects and completes basic preparation of samples and specimens. • Performs standard and repetitive physical, chemical, and biological tests on materials, substances, and/or living subjects. • Prepares media, substances, solutions, and reagents and performs related duties as required.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	13
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	35856.900
Annual Mid Range Salary	42194.270
Annual Maximum Salary	48531.630
Standard Hours	35.00
Union Description	AFSCME - Local 1761 COLT
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 . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
COVID-19 Immunization Requirement	Under Policy 60.1.35 , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Prospective employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster within two weeks (14 calendar days) of eligibility . Based on current guidance, individuals are considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after receiving the final dose of any COVID-19 vaccine authorized or approved for use in the United States by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Eligibility for a booster against COVID-19 varies and is explained on the University’s web site located at https://coronavirus.rutgers.edu/covid-19-vaccine . Failure to provide proof of primary vaccination and booster will result in rescission of a prospective employee’s offer of employment and/or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a high school/vocational school education or equivalent with coursework completed in the relevant science area(s) and one year of research study experience. An equivalent amount of college-level study in an appropriate science curriculum may be substituted for the experience. Requires a practical understanding and a working knowledge of basic scientific techniques, and the ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds. Requires the ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats. Must be able to communicate effectively. Will be required to participate in required occupational health and safety programs. May require a valid driver’s license, two years driving experience, and successful completion of the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course. Regular workweek may include evening and/or weekend work.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications	A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Bookkeeping aptitude is desirable. Ability to communicate effectively with others in writing and verbally. Self-motivated and enthusiastic. Prior experience in all or some of the following: DNA and RNA assays, immune-based detection techniques, and testicular and/or sperm histological analysis. Experience training undergraduate or graduate students basic laboratory technique.
Equipment Utilized	General laboratory equipment – thermocyclers, centrifuges, pH meters, balances, imaging systems including fluorescent microscopes Microsoft Office – Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions	Proficiency in Word, Excel and Power Point is required. Moderate work hour flexibility (occasional weekend or evening work).

Posting Details

Posting Number	22ST3276
Posting Open Date	09/29/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants	Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 10/07/2022. Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details	Foran Hall, Cook Campus

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Infection Control and Safety

This position is subject to all Rutgers University policies, including TB surveillance and other infection control and safety policies. Please review the Tuberculosis Surveillance Policy for additional information.

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