<p>Position Details</p> <p>Position Information</p> <p>Recruitment/Posting Title Program Manager (Biomedical/Preclinical Imaging) Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Administrative Services Department NJMS-Office of Research Overview</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.</p> <p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Program Manager (Biomedical/Preclinical Imaging) for the Office of Research Department within New Jersey Medical School.</p> <p>As part of the Office for Research, under the direction of the Associate Dean of Research this position with minimal supervision manages and maintains a preclinical (small animal) molecular imaging facility using state-of-the art imaging equipment such as magnetic resonance imagers (MRI), optical imagers (e.g. IVIS 200, Single Photon/Positron Emission Tomography (SPECT/PET), Computerized Tomography (CT) and Ultra-high Frequency Ultrasound. Operates and maintains equipment, trains and supervises research faculty, staff and students in operation of selected equipment, orders supplies/contrast agents/radiopharmaceutical as needed, and facilitates invoicing for imaging sessions. Provides technical animal research services such as dosing animals, performing minor surgery, and anesthesia and conducts imaging sessions and image analysis.</p> <p>Among the key duties of the position are the following:</p> <ul> <li>Communicates effectively with laboratory manager and clients. </li><li>Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. </li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned. </li><li>Provide day-to-day management of the core rodent molecular imaging center. </li><li>Maintain imaging equipment (e.g. MRI, optical imaging, SPECT/PET/CT, ultrasound). </li><li>Provide collaborative guidance and training to faculty researchers to assist in preparing grant applications and research projects involving various in vivo imaging modalities. </li></ul> <p>FLSA Exempt Grade 30S Salary Details Minimum Salary 102186.00 Mid Range Salary 129264.00 Maximum Salary 156342.00 Offer Information</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage </li><li>Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs </li><li>Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options </li><li>Employee and dependent educational benefits </li><li>Life insurance coverage </li><li>Employee discounts programs </li></ul> <p>For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.</p> <p>Position Status Full Time Working Hours (per week) Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement</p> <p>This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.</p> <p>Union Description MPSC - Legacy UMD Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimum Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>Master's Degree in a relevant science plus three (3) years of related research experience. </li></ul> <p>Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Experience in managing a core research facility operated on a fee-for-service basis. </li><li>Supervisory experience in managing technical personnel in an imaging facility or similar setting. </li><li>Advanced training in operation of MRI, optical imaging, SPECT/PET/CT, rodent ultrasound. </li><li>Must have experience and have required training in the conduct of in vivo imaging using all or most of the following equipment: MRI, optical imaging, PET/CT, and Ultrasound. </li><li>Experience working with laboratory rodents: handling, husbandry, anesthesia, administration of drugs, and collection of biological specimens. </li><li>Must be able to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with faculty researchers and understand complex experimental procedures. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Ph.D. preferred in biological or engineering field, or comparable education, training and/or experience. </li></ul> <p>Equipment Utilized</p> <ul> <li>MiLab VECTOR Multimodal imager (PET/SPECT/CT) Bruker ICON 1T MRI system </li><li>SkyScan 1172 microCT imaging systems Faxatron </li><li>VisualSonics 3100 Ultra-high Frequency Ultrasound Proprietary imaging software for all of the above equipment Isoflurane gas anesthesia systems </li></ul> <p>Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions</p> <p>Posting Details</p> <p>Posting Number 25ST1449 Posting Open Date 07/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ Location Details</p> <p>Pre-employment Screenings</p> <p>All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.</p> <p>Immunization Requirements</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</p> <p>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</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you have a Master's Degree in a relevant science plus three (3) years of related research experience? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume/CV </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter/Letter of Application </li></ul>