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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Visiting Researcher for NJMS- Public Health Research Institute Center. This position participates in research projects focusing on the antigenic variation of Trypanosoma brucei, the parasite of African sleeping sickness, under the direction of the PI (Dr. Hee-Sook Kim). The Visiting Researcher is expected to collect, record and perform data analysis, prepare reports for peer-reviewed scientific publications and conference presentations, a... more details

Visiting Researcher

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Recruitment/Posting Title	Visiting Researcher
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	NJMS-PHRI CENTER-Z30001
Overview	New 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 Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Visiting Researcher for NJMS- Public Health Research Institute Center. This position participates in research projects focusing on the antigenic variation of Trypanosoma brucei, the parasite of African sleeping sickness, under the direction of the PI (Dr. Hee-Sook Kim). The Visiting Researcher is expected to collect, record and perform data analysis, prepare reports for peer-reviewed scientific publications and conference presentations, and contributes to the writing of IACUC and IBC applications and fellowships/grants. Will report all research related activities to the PI and is expected to train technicians/fellows in relevant techniques as directed by the PI. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Performs experiments that include genetic, biochemical, proteomic approaches as well as HT-seq. Keeps up to date with technical and theoretical knowledge related to the projects. Generates, compiles and presents experimental data with appropriate conclusions, recommendations, etc. pertinent to research activity. Presents scientific/research contents in institutional, national and international forums. Contributes to writing of IACUC and IBC applications and grants to respective agencies.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	99S
Position Salary	$56,963.00
Annual Minimum Salary
Annual Mid Range Salary
Annual Maximum Salary
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Non-Union
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	NOT ELIGIBLE

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Highly motivated researcher with a Ph.D. degree in molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, biochemistry, or a relevant science.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Highly motivated, self-starter with enthusiasm and team spirit for research. Highly organized and willing to interact with other research group in collaborative projects. The candidate should have the ability to work individually and as part of a team. Applicants should have strong background in molecular biology, biochemistry and infectious disease. The candidate is expected to maintain high level of research competency, knowledge and skills to perform duties assigned by the principal investigator.
Preferred Qualifications	An ideal candidate will have training in molecular biology, large-scale genetic screen, high-throughput sequencing/bioinformatics and/or biochemistry. Experience working with Trypanosoma brucei in the area of genetics and biochemistry is an asset.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Must be able to lift or exert force up to ten (10) pounds. Work Environment: Research in BSL-2 laboratory
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST1417
Posting Open Date	06/10/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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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.

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