Research Assistant, Per Diem

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, Piscataway

Sep 23, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Assistant, Per Diem
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	RWJ-Psychiatry Research
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 six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, 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 including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, 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 per diem Research Assistant for the department of Psychiatry at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. The Laboratory of Addiction Neuroscience at Rutgers RWJMS (Busch Campus), under the direction of the Principal Investigator, is seeking a Research Assistant (per diem). The Research Assistant will conduct research examining the neuroscience underlying drug addiction. The Research Assistant will be trained to conduct drug self-administration in rats and assist with the maintenance of transgenic rat colonies. Ongoing research in the lab utilizes optogenetics and deep brain stimulation as well as biochemical and molecular techniques. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Maintains compliance with all REHS training requirement and policies as well as laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Performs assigned experiments, including rat behavioral assays, genotyping by PCR, and colony maintenance, with assistance and supervision of laboratory supervisors. Accurately records all data and experiments in a lab notebook and/or in data sheets. Performs other related duties as assigned.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	99H
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	15.49
Mid Range Salary	75.00
Maximum Salary	150.000
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: 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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Per Diem
Working Hours
Standard Hours	40.00
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description	Health Care Prof Per Diem
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in in a relevant science major such as biological sciences, psychology, neuroscience, or related science.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	The Research Assistant must be detail oriented and highly motivated individual.
Preferred Qualifications	Previous experience with rodents is preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Must be able to lift or exert up to 25 pounds. Work Environment: Lab environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions	The ideal candidate should be interested in continuing to broaden their research experience. Opportunities for part-time research experience during the academic year and full-time positions in the summer.

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST2061
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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