Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Laboratory Researcher IV
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	NJAES Food Innovation CtrSouth
Overview	The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics. In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Laboratory Researcher IV for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The mission of the Food Innovation Center – Analytical Chemistry is to provide analytical chemistry and mass spectrometry services in support of the other FIC locations. This location has specialized in research quality mass spectrometry and data interpretation for over 30 years. The position will be housed at the FIC-Chemistry facility located on the Rutgers New Brunswick Campus in the Food and Nutritional Sciences Building. The Mass Spectrometry Lab works with University and industry clients on a fee for service basis using advanced analytical techniques. The position reports to the Laboratory Director. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Responsible for preparation of samples for chemical analysis. Performa sample intake and cataloging. Performs routine chemical experiments and analyses, Organizes and spreadsheets analytical data. Assists in complex, specialized experiments. Maintains an organized and safe laboratory environment. Multi-tasks and undertakes several projects simultaneously in order to complete projects in a timely manner. Must be able to work independently when conducting routine analyses and be able to follow written or verbal instructions.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Position Salary	$56,089 - Benchmark
Annual Minimum Salary	50435.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	63836.500
Annual Maximum Salary	77238.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
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.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	B.S. in Chemistry, Food Science, or allied field required. Requires relevant professional experience working in a laboratory technician function, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Experience with basic bench chemistry techniques and practices (pipetting, liquid/liquid extraction, centrifugation, pH measurement, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized	Gas chromatographs. High performance liquid chromatography systems. Mass spectrometers (electron ionization and electrospray ionization). GC and HPLC autosamplers. Short Path Thermal Desorption systems. Purge and Trap sampling apparatuses. Vacuum pumps. Centrifuges. Rotary evaporators. Distillation apparatuses. Distilled/deionized water systems. PC-based data systems and data processing software.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to work in fast paced, active work environment, standing/walking most of the day.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2895
Posting Open Date	10/24/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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