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Rutgers The State University Research Aide in Newark, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Research Aide
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department SASN - Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN)
Overview
Our brains determine who we are; how we see, hear, and smell, how we move, touch, and talk, how we remember and forget, how we feel, expect, and plan. The mission of the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) of School of Arts & Sciences, Newark (SASN) is to advance understanding of the brain's structure and function through excellence in neuroscience research and training. Our researchers pursue this goal through an integrative approach that cuts across the boundaries of traditional disciplines. They combine molecular, electrophysiological, neurochemical, anatomical, imaging, behavioral, and neuropsychological methods to analyze how the brain works, develops, interacts with the environment, and is modified by experience in health and disease. CMBN is also committed to serving the academic and surrounding Newark communities through educational outreach, community service, and research internship programs that train undergraduate and high school students.

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 Research Aide. Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI), this Research Aide provides general laboratory support for a developmental neuroscience laboratory in the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN). Position is dependent on adequate external funding.This position is responsible for and not limited to the following.
  • Scheduling participants, staff, and lab space for experimental visits
  • Ordering and maintaining lab equipment and supplies
  • Preparing participant files
  • Setting up and running computer equipment for experimental paradigms
  • Assisting in electrophysiological and behavioral testing sessions with infants and toddlers
  • Scoring behavioral tests
  • Data base management, video recording, and monitoring data collection
  • Entertaining infant participants
  • Providing support for laboratory operations

Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. (Approval not required)
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 13
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 36574.040
Annual Mid Range Salary 42904.220
Annual Maximum Salary 49502.260
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 .
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility PERS
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
Requires a high school/vocational school or equivalent, and experience compiling and organizing varied data. Two years of varied office experience. College-level study may be substituted for the office experience on a year for year basis. Requires the ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats. May require working knowledge and the ability to use basic spreadsheet, word-processing, database software, and/or email. Must be able to communicate effectively. Must have effective client service skills.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Requires a high school or vocational school diploma and two years of professional experience compiling and organizing varied data, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to record and maintain data in a variety of formats, electronic and other.
  • Must be an effective communicator,able to professionally and successfully interact with families-infants, toddlers, and parents.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with coursework in biological sciences or psychology.
  • Experience with ERP equipment.
  • Experience interacting with infants, toddlers, and parents
Equipment Utilized
  • Position regularly uses computers (PC and Mac); MS Office Suite; Filemaker Pro; spreadsheets (such as Excel); statistical testing software (such as SPSS) or programming; audio and video recording equipment (such as digital video recorders); eye-tracker cameras; and MRI equipment; and knows or will learn all equipment, software, and specialized materials needed to support the effective and efficient performance of this position.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Must be able to travel between campus locations as needed and lift and move up to 30 pounds.
  • Occasional work in the evenings and/or on weekends supporting events or other laboratory activities.
  • Requires work with families-infants, toddlers, and parents.
Special Conditions
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1119
Posting Open Date 05/09/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Notice to AFSCME Local 1761 COLT union members ONLY: To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday 5/20/2024. Although AFSCME Local 1761 COLT members have priority consideration, outside applications are welcome.
Regional Campus Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark
City Newark
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

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

Under Policy 100.3.1 , 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.

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, p regnancy, 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:

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, p regnancy, 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

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