Research Associate I
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Position DetailsPosition InformationRecruitment/Posting Title Research Associate I Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department NJMS-Pharmacology OverviewNew Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.Posting SummaryRutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Associate I for NJMS- Pharmacology, Physiology & Neuroscience. Under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI), conducts research on the function of connexin channels and calcium-activated potassium channels in endothelial cells or heterologous expression systems. This involves independently carrying out experiments and contributing to projects focused on the purification and reconstitution of connexin hemichannels, as well as the electrophysiological characterization of connexin channels and their mutations associated with vascular dysfunctionAmong the key duties of this position are the following:* Performs various research and technical operations relative to the ongoing investigatory activities of the laboratory.* Participates in the evaluation of existing procedures suggesting revisions where necessary and proposing new procedures where required.* Assists with the instructing and training of fellows, medical students, research assistants and laboratory technicians in laboratory techniques.* Record and analyze data from experiments.* Designs and modifies laboratory equipment to meet unique needs of research activity.* Maintains a proper data notebook pursuant to the standards of the Department and the PI.* Conducts a continuous program of research and development regarding the analytical and instrumentation functions of the laboratory, constantly evaluating existing procedures, revising where necessary, proposing new procedures where required and evaluating suggestions and changes as proposed, in order to keep the methodology and procedures current.* Assists with the preparations of proposals, formal applications and justification for grant applicationPosition Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 26S Position Salary 73,161 Annual Minimum Salary 73161.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 87905.00 Annual Maximum Salary 104450.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft BenefitsRutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABPQualificationsMinimum Education and Experience* Ph.D. and or M.D./Ph.D. with degree in Physiology or Neuroscience plus two years of relevant experience.Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities* Experience in vascular biology and/or large pore channels (e.g., connexin, pannexin channels)* Substantial demonstrated expertise in electrophysiological techniques.* Excellent communication skills.* Individual must be able to work independently.Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special ConditionsPosting DetailsPosting Number 24ST2831 Posting Open Date 12/10/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ Location DetailsPre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Immunization RequirementsUnder 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. 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