Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist IV for NJMS- Microbiology. Under direction, may assist in the management of a medium-sized laboratory area. Under direction, Designs and conducts highly specialized, technical research.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Assists in the establishment of performance standards, as well as in the selection of methodology and instrumentation.
Assists in conducting a continuous program of research and development. Evaluates existing procedures and proposes modifications or changes in order to keep the methodology and procedures current.
As assigned, performs various research and technical procedures. Assists with the instructing and training of students, fellows, technicians and laboratory assistants as required. Keeps detailed records of procedures and experiments.
May be required to compile data and present results.
Submits purchase recommendations, to his/her supervisor, of equipment and supplies.
Assists the Principal Investigator with the preparation of grant applications. Understands and adheres to Rutgers Compliance standards as they appear in Rutgers Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers University regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master's Degree in a relevant science, or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science plus one (1) year of related research experience.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national public research university and the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is dedicated to teaching that meets the highest standards of excellence; to conducting research that breaks new ground; and to turning knowledge into solutions for local, national, and global communities. As it was at our founding in 1766, the heart of our mission is preparing students to become productive members of society and good citizens of the world. Rutgers teaches across the full educational spectrum: preschool to precollege; undergraduate to graduate and postdoctoral; and continuing education for professional and personal advancement. Rutgers is New Jersey's land-grant institution and one of the nation's foremost research universities, and as such, we educate, make discoveries, serve as an engine of economic growth, and generate ideas for improving people's lives.