Laboratory/Technical (Research) Assistant Casual
Company: Rutgers University
Location: Newark
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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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 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 Holly 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 The
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 brain’s
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
Keywords: Rutgers University, Bridgeport , Laboratory/Technical (Research) Assistant Casual, Science, Research & Development , Newark, Connecticut
