About the role#
Rutgers University is seeking a Student Assistant for the Department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. You will work under the direction of a Principal Investigator to support research on the role of the polarity protein Par1b/MARK2 in microglial activation and neuroinflammation. This research examines how a high sugar diet exacerbates inflammation associated with traumatic brain injury in mice.
What you'll do#
- Perform and assist with laboratory procedures and analyses for specialized research activities.
- Help lab staff with daily tasks as needed.
- Manage animal husbandry and the maintenance of mice.
- Organize laboratory resources.
- Assist in setting up and conducting experiments.
- Read relevant neurodevelopmental literature to support your work.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma.
- Current enrollment in undergraduate or graduate studies at Rutgers University.
- Laboratory experience in the biomedical science field is highly preferred.
- Computer literacy is desirable.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Piscataway, New Jersey.
- Work is fully on-site in a laboratory environment with moderate noise and contact with animals.
- This is a part-time role, ranging from 15 to 20 hours per week.
- The appointment is a temporary hourly staff position.
About Rutgers University
Rutgers University is a public research university based in New Jersey. It operates across three primary locations in New Brunswick, Camden, and Newark. The institution focuses on education, healthcare, and research initiatives. It employs over 18,000 people and serves as a large academic organization in the New York and New Jersey region.
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