Research Assistant
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Job Location:
New Brunswick, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Posting Summary
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Assistant for the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. Under the direction of Debashish Bhattacharya the Research Assistant will be responsible for the independent conduct of a significant element of a larger research activity in seaweed biotechnology and bioprospecting. The Bhattacharya Lab at Rutgers University leverages many experimental approaches including multi-omics physiology live culture computational approaches to ask fundamental questions about coral stress biology and adaptation. The candidate will have the opportunity to join a highly motivated and broadly trained laboratory that seeks to both generate basic knowledge and develop conservation tools. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Designs and conducts highly specialized and technical research and aid graduate students and postdocs with their research programs. Participates in the development of performance standards selection of methodology and instrumentation and coordination of the analytical biochemical physiology and instrumentation functions with the research areas to ensure conformance with the goals and objectives of the PIs lab. Performs various research and technical operations independently or as assigned relating to investigatory activities of a laboratory followed by appropriate reports recommendations and conclusions. Performs related duties as assigned.
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 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Background in seaweed biology.
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Assistant for the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. Under the direction of Debashish Bhattacharya the Research Assistant will be responsible for the independent conduct of a significant element of a larger research activity in seaweed biotechnology and bioprospecting. The Bhattacharya Lab at Rutgers University leverages many experimental approaches including multi-omics physiology live culture computational approaches to ask fundamental questions about coral stress biology and adaptation. The candidate will have the opportunity to join a highly motivated and broadly trained laboratory that seeks to both generate basic knowledge and develop conservation tools. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Designs and conducts highly specialized and technical research and aid graduate students and postdocs with their research programs. Participates in the development of performance standards selection of methodology and instrumentation and coordination of the analytical biochemical physiology and instrumentation functions with the research areas to ensure conformance with the goals and objectives of the PIs lab. Performs various research and technical operations independently or as assigned relating to investigatory activities of a laboratory followed by appropriate reports recommendations and conclusions. Performs related duties as assigned.
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 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Background in seaweed biology.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- DNA Isolation
- Stata
- Biochemistry
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Molecular Biology
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
About Company
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is one of America's leading public research universities. Consistently top-ranked, Rutgers offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs and continuing education opportunities.
