Research Assistant

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 the 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. Job Summary Rutgers University – Newark, an urban public research anchor institution located in Newark, New Jersey, is seeking a Research Assistant to support laboratory research and experiments within the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN). The Research Assistant will assist with recruiting participants, setting up equipment, conducting experiments, collecting data, maintaining laboratory space and equipment, scheduling use of the lab, monitoring supplies, and troubleshooting minor equipment failures. Work is performed in compliance with laboratory procedures, policies, and regulations of CMBN, SASN, and Rutgers University. The position is contingent on external funding and is a temporary 12‑month, salaried appointment. Responsibilities Recruit participants for research studies. Set up laboratory and equipment for experiments. Assist with experiments, tracking, and collecting data. Maintain laboratory space and equipment in a clean, safe, and organized manner. Schedule use of laboratory and equipment. Monitor lab supplies and equipment; troubleshoot minor equipment failures. Develop outreach materials for recruiting, including email, social networking, newspapers, radio, and other media outlets; schedule and assist with participant interviews and testing. Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific/technical discipline or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant laboratory technician or research experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, or related field. Minimum of one year of research experience in human electrophysiological methods and experience with both typical and atypical populations. Experience with laboratory equipment for EEG acquisitions. Physical Demands and Work Environment Research laboratory environment; must adhere to University, SASN, and CMBN policies and procedures for research labs and human subjects, including Protection of Minors and relevant safety procedures. Lifting up to 30 pounds. Employment Details Type: Temporary Staff – Salaried, 12‑Month Appointment Full Time Hours: 40 per week Work Arrangement: Fully on-site FLSA: Nonexempt Salary Range: $42,000 to $50,000 Benefits 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 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. We provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, military service liability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, racial or ethnic background, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. For additional information, please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr