Posting Summary
Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N) an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark New Jersey a city of promise is seeking a Laboratory/Technical Assistant Casual. Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI) this Laboratory/Technical Assistant Casual will monitor and provide care to animals under experimental conditions to further the research of the Par Laboratory in the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience ( CMBN ). This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Performing neurological examinations on experimental animals Assisting in genotyping Performing histological processing Preparing laboratory solutions Monitoring stock levels of laboratory reagents This position is dependent on adequate external funding.
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 brains 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous laboratory experience