Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Laboratory Technician |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
CINJ - Molecular Biology & Bio |
| Overview |
RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES:
VISION:
Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.
MISSION:
Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.
CORE VALUES:
Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge
Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection
Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge
Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions
Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Laboratory Technician within Molecular Biology & Biochemistry at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
Under direction, the Laboratory Technician performs and assists with technical laboratory procedures and analyses in support of specialized research activities of the laboratory, including working with mice. The Laboratory Technician also assists in the set-up, and conducting of experiments and performs other related laboratory duties as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Assists in packing, unpacking, storing, and classification of lab supplies and specimens.
- Performs standard laboratory procedures involved in making required tests and analyses.
- Assists in preparing culture media, reagents, stains, and stock solutions.
- Assists with experimentation and research activities, including working with mice.
- Assists with the maintenance of the Laboratory facilities, equipment, and instruments.
- Maintains accurate records of experimentation and research.
- Reviews selected literature relevant to research activities.
- Prepares reports, documents, and databases.
- Helps maintain records, files, and databases.
- May give suitable instructions to other non-professional workers.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
157 |
| Salary Details |
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| Minimum Salary |
24.410 |
| Mid Range Salary |
24.910 |
| Maximum Salary |
25.660 |
| 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:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours |
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| Standard Hours |
40.00 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Union Description |
Teamsters 97 |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
PERS |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Associate Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Medicine or a related Life Sciences field is required.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Strong oral and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative, yet seek supervision as appropriate.
- Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Prior research experience preferred.
- Experimental skills in cell culture and animal work preferred.
- Knowledge in biochemistry and metabolism as asset.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. hand coordination and dexterity to perform lab bench tasks, surgeries and dissections on mice, similar other physical demands in lab work and mouse care
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Lab environment with moderate noise. Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases. Universal precautions are mandatory. Exposure to hazardous chemicals.
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST1781 |
| Posting Open Date |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Downtown New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, 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. 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
Rutgers University
24.410-25.660
life insurance, employee discount
Sep 15, 2026