Laboratory/Technical Assistant

Company: Rutgers University
Location: Newark
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

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. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, this Laboratory/Technical Assistant provides technical support in a Drosophila neurobiology laboratory in the Department of Biological Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences-Newark. The laboratory conducts research in genetics and cell biology using Drosophila (fruit flies) as a model organism. The research is focused on understanding the genetic and molecular contributions to Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Performing laboratory experiments using and building on knowledge of established techniques of cellular and molecular biology, including methods to analyze proteins and DNA derived from Drosophila and E. coli. Performing molecular and biochemical work, fly genetics and dissection, fly husbandry, tissue preparation, and optimal imaging. Using biochemical purification techniques, including immunoprecipitation and immunoblotting. Making media and solutions. Overview The Department of Biological Sciences is a teaching and research department that offers multiple educational, research and outreach programs in alignment with core guiding principles of Rutgers University – Newark. Important to the department mission is its contribution to education that supports and guides a large robust population of undergraduate students preparing for careers in healthcare professions as well as academic and private sector biomedical fields. Additionally, the department offers Ph.D. and MS graduate programs that provide advanced scholarly and research training in Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with a genetic model organism, media and solution-making skills, molecular biology experience, and familiarity with biochemical procedures.

Keywords: Rutgers University, West New York , Laboratory/Technical Assistant, Science, Research & Development , Newark, New Jersey