Recruitment/Posting Title Laboratory Technician Job Category AFSCME 1761 (COLT) Department SEBS - Animal Science Overview The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.

In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.
Rutgers University hosts one of the most diverse student bodies in the United States. Our institution is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; our priority to diversify our faculty ranks is outlined in the Rutgers DEI strategic plan. The Department of Animal Sciences and Rutgers University are working to ensure our faculty composition reflects the diversity of our student population. We especially encourage applications from backgrounds underrepresented in animal sciences including Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ scientists. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. This is a full-time, twelve-month position to oversee laboratory activities and facilitate research in the laboratory of Tess Stahl, Ph.D.

Among the key duties of the position are the following: Carries out and facilitates research in ruminant nutrition and lactation biology, as well as general laboratory management. Responsible for the preparation of reagents, performing laboratory experiments and feed analysis, as well as organization of lab records, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, in consultation with the Principal Investigator and department administration. Provides professional level laboratory technical support duties involving the application of scientific research methods and techniques. Performs multistage purifications, other assays, and tests; propagates non-animal specimens and cell cultures; prepares tissues, chemicals, and/or living subjects for testing; may conduct breeding of small animals; and performs related duties as assigned. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 13 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 36574.04 Annual Mid Range Salary 42904.22 Annual Maximum Salary 49502.26 Standard Hours 35.00 Union Description AFSCME - Local 1761 COLT Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.



Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS