Research Assistant (Multiple Vacancies)

Position Details
Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Assistant (Multiple Vacancies)
Posting Number	24TM0070
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, is seeking a Research Assistant. Reporting directly to the Principal Investigator in the Center for Molecular Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) and under the guidance of the Lab Manager, the Research Assistant provides daily research support. The Research Assistant will be responsible for and not limited to the following: Administration of neuropsychological tests to human subjects Managing and reporting the data for multiple projects Managing databases and subject files • Screening and scheduling research subjects • Handling sensitive information regarding subject participation Managing student workers in the lab Frequently communicating key updates at lab meetings Assisting the Lab Manager with IRB Continuing Review applications and on the preparation of other lab documents Working in compliance with the procedures, policies, and processes of the Laboratory, CMBN, SASN, and Rutgers University Working in a manner that furthers the mission of the Laboratory, CMBN, SASN, and RU-N Position dependent on adequate external funding.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week	40
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Position Salary	$42,000 - $47,000
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	•Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant laboratory technician or research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests, or other technical work may be substituted for the degree.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications	Graduate degree Experience in writing research protocols, grants, and scientific publications Experience with the administration and interpretation of neuropsychological assessments
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	A bachelor’s degree in a scientific/technical discipline is required, or a combination of education and experience in conducting and/or managing human behavioral research on aging and/or Alzheimer’s disease, preferably within urban and minority communities. Experience with administering neuropsychological assessments of cognition, behavior, and/or health is required. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Attention to detail and strong organizational and administrative skills are necessary. Ability to interface with the public, especially older African Americans, is essential (manage potential stressful situations and communicate effectively with potentially distressed or difficult research participants). Must complete any training and certifications to work with human subjects, as required by the University. Must be willing to be trained to collect saliva samples and take participants’ weight, height, and blood pressure. Must be willing to be trained to run a Polysomnography (PSG) device for the purposes of conducting nap/sleep studies as well as to run analyses. Must be willing to be trained on the administration of all neuropsychological tasks relating to the various lab experiments, as required.
Equipment Utilized	Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel • Work with various statistical analysis software, such as SPSS and Matlab Knows or will learn all equipment, software, and specialized materials needed to support the effective and efficient performance of this position on an ongoing basis.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Laboratory environment Must adhere to University, SASN, and CMBN policies and procedures for research labs and human subjects, including and not limited to, Protection of Minors Relevant safety procedures are mandatory Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	03/05/2024
Posting Close Date	06/03/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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