About the role#
Rutgers University is seeking a Student Assistant to support the Department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. This research position focuses on gene and growth factor regulation during mammalian brain development, specifically exploring the role of oligodendrocyte progenitor cells and brain derived neurotrophic factor. You will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator to assist with specialized laboratory procedures.
What you'll do#
- Perform and assist with laboratory procedures and analyses.
- Work with mice, including animal husbandry and general maintenance.
- Conduct experiments using western blot analysis, immunohistochemistry, the cuprizone method, and cre-lox technology.
- Organize lab resources and assist with the setup of experiments.
- Read relevant neurodevelopmental literature to support research activities.
- Assist other lab workers and handle additional tasks as assigned.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma.
- Enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student at Rutgers University.
- Previous laboratory experience in the biomedical science field.
- Computer literacy is considered a plus.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Piscataway, New Jersey.
- The work is fully on-site in a laboratory environment.
- This is a part-time role, typically requiring 15 to 20 hours per week.
- The appointment is on a rolling basis.
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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