Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title |
CMC Operator I |
Job Category |
Staff & Executive |
Department |
Cancer Institute of New Jersey |
Overview |
Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.
Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.
Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Cultivating Diversity, Respect and Caring, Perseverance. |
Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a
CMC Operator I within the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. This individual will under the direction of the
CMC Manager or
CMC Coordinator of the
GMP/PD Facility,
CMC Operator I assists with technical laboratory procedures and analyses in support of the specialized
GMP, PD, and research activities of the
GMP Facility and Process Development group. Working under supervision of the
CMC Manager, performs all assigned processes and procedures within the scope of services of
GMP/PD Facility under close supervision. Follows detailed instructions outlined in the SOPs for
GMP processes according to the training provided by
GMP Facility with additional oversight of the
CMC Operator II. Performs non-
GMP procedures for pre-clinical research under detailed instructions with close supervision. Monitors supplies, reagents, and equipment required for the procedures to be done. Generates thorough documentation (paper-based and electronic) for
GMP and non-
GMP processing in
GMP/PD according to the guidance and regulations.
Among the key duties for this position are the following:
- Data collection and Data analysis: As needed, collects and analyzes research data and other data on file both from GMP and non-GMP activities.
- Literature review: As assigned, provides review and presentation of scientific or technical information available in the literature.
- Executes activities including but not limited to cell culturing, production of viral supernatants, transduction, transfection, flow cytometry, cytolysis assays, cytokine assays, proliferation assays, PCR, and other analyses of human samples.
- Shares responsibility for responding to after-hours emergencies related to cell processing and equipment monitoring.
- Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands, demonstrates, and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey core values.
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Position Status |
Full Time |
Hours Per Week |
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Daily Work Shift |
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Work Arrangement |
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FLSA |
Exempt |
Grade |
20S |
Position Salary |
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Annual Minimum Salary |
55626.00 |
Annual Mid Range Salary |
66422.00 |
Annual Maximum Salary |
78628.00 |
Standard Hours |
37.50 |
Union Description |
HPAE 5094 |
Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
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Seniority Unit |
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Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's Degree in the field of medical biosciences, health care, biology, or immunology without any prior relevant work experience or Bachelor's Degree in any field with a minimum of one year of experience in the field of at least one of the following: health care, biological research, clinical laboratory, immunology, or similar.
- Two years or more of experience in GMP Facility and GMP training plus a high school diploma may be substituted for the education requirements.
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Certifications/Licenses |
- Internal gowning certification within 3 months post recruitment.
- Internal certification for sterile technique within (4) four months post recruitment.
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Yearly vision check followed by correction prescribed by the professional for clear vision
- Ability to work full time in sterile environment (in clean GMP suites).
- Shared Responsibility for responding to after-hours emergencies in cell processing and equipment monitoring on rotation schedule.
- Flexible work schedule may be required.
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Preferred Qualifications |
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Equipment Utilized |
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Physical Demands and Work Environment |
PHYSICAL
DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing. Participation in
GMP manufacturing requires yearly vision check and appropriate correction as prescribed by the health care professional. Lifting up to 25 lbs.
WORK
ENVIRONMENT: Laboratory environment. Moderate noise. Exposure to blood, tissue samples, excrement, antineoplastic drugs, and possible exposure to radioactive materials and infectious and communicable diseases. Universal precautions are mandatory. Exposure to hazardous chemicals. Flexible work schedule may be required. |
Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
Posting Number |
24ST2428 |
Posting Open Date |
10/15/2024 |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
City |
New Brunswick |
State |
NJ |
Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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