Research Teaching Specialist III

Posting Summary

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist III for the Public Health Research Institute within New Jersey Medical School.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator and Research Operations Assistant Director, conducts research activities in diagnostic microbiology within a specialized biosafety level three(BSL3) containment laboratory. May be responsible for the management of a small-sized laboratory area. Assists the Principal Investigator with budgetary, training and administrative responsibilities, income revenue streams.

Among the key duties of the position are the following :

• Cultures and quantitates pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria and viruses including M. Tuberculosis and SARSCoV2 requiring work in BSL3 facilities.
• Performs detailed MICs and DNA / RNA extraction of above described bacteria using various systems and performs preliminary analysis.
• Assists in the development and testing of new assays to detect bacteria and viruses from various body sites and clinical matrixes.
• Assists in writing IRB and IBC submissions.
• Assists in obtaining informed consent and collecting and processing non-invasive samples from study participants according to experimental protocols.
• Analyses, organizes and presents the results of experiments to Rutgers and extramural collaborators.
• Works safely in a BSL3 environment.

FLSA Exempt Grade 22S Salary Details A maximum of $61,512 is budgeted for this position. Minimum Salary 61512.000 Mid Range Salary 73603.000 Maximum Salary 87239.000 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 :

Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement and may be eligible for a compressed workweek or a flex workday schedule. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

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