Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Project Coordinator II

Job Category URA-AFT Administrative

Department BSPPP-Voorhees Transport Ctr

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Project Coordinator II for the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. This position supports one or more project managers/principal investigators by assisting with coordinating assigned programs/projects.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Assists in the conduct of research, including but not limited to literature reviews, leading practice scans, case studies, planning and administration of focus groups and surveys, and primary and secondary analysis data.
• Assists with the preparation of project reports, memoranda, and other work products.
• Arranges and coordinates logistics and assists with content related to project-related events and meetings.
• Work is performed under the direct supervision of one or more principal investigators and/or project managers, with specific instructions on routine or semi-routine work activities. Work is usually reviewed upon completion.
• Performs professional work that meets high quality standards.

This position is grant-funded and contingent upon available funding.

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 04

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 57356.00

Mid Range Salary 71372.00

Maximum Salary 85388.00

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 Full Time

Working Hours (per week)

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field, plus a minimum of two years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating knowledge and understanding of project coordination, organization, facilitation, report preparation and analysis, writing, and outreach.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.
• The position requires basic knowledge of concepts, theories, and terminology used in the field of city and regional planning and policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in city and regional planning or related field preferred.
• Experience and knowledge specifically related to transportation policy and planning generally, as well as subject matter expertise in the concentrations of bicycle and pedestrian planning, metropolitan and regional planning, public and stakeholder engagement, and/or transit/paratransit planning and operations, also desired.

Equipment Utilized

• The person filling this position must be proficient in using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proficiency in GIS, web publishing, statistical analysis software (SPSS, SAS, Stata, R, etc.), Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, InDesign, and Dreamweaver) is strongly desired.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work activities will be performed primarily at a seated workstation in an office setting.
• Some observational fieldwork and data collection are also required.
• Fieldwork requires mostly in-state travel and outdoor walking and/or bicycling in urban, suburban, and occasionally rural settings in New Jersey.

Special Conditions

Posting Number 25ST0823

Posting Open Date 04/24/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick

City New Brunswick

State NJ

Location Details

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