Recruitment/Posting Title Student Assistant (Multiple Vacancies) Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department RWJ-Orthopedic Surgery Overview New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Student Assistant for the department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

A temporary Student Assistant is needed in the Orthopaedics Research Laboratory to perform biomechanical testing on musculoskeletal tissues and implants, using an Instron biomechanical testing machine. This position is essential in order for the principal investigator to successfully complete the ongoing DoD project on total meniscus replacement. 

Among the key duties of this position are the following:  Perform biomechanical testing on Instron.   Analyze biomechanical data using appropriate statistical methods.   Prepare and provide full biomechanical testing reports to Dr. Dunn.   Performs other related duties as assigned.  FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Salary Details Minimum Salary 15.49 Mid Range Salary 75.00 Maximum Salary 150.00 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs

 For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Position Status Per Diem Working Hours (per week) Standard Hours 40.00 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.  Union Description Student Hourly Employees Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility None