Recruitment/Posting Title Temporary Research Assistant

Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department SPH-School of Public Health-NWK

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 six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, 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 including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, 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 Temporary Research Assistant within the School of Public Health, located in Newark, NJ. The Temporary Research Assistant, under the supervision of Dr. Mobolaji Ibitoye, will support data analysis for ongoing research projects addressing the sexual, reproductive, and maternal health needs of underserved populations. The Temporary Research Assistant will also work on IRB protocols and assist with the preparation of research abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations.

Duties include:

  • Assists with coding of interview transcripts and analysis of qualitative data.
  • Conduct statistical analysis.
  • Assists with data extraction.

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 99H

Salary Details $25/hour

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 Part Time

Working Hours (per week) 20 hours per week maximum

Standard Hours 35.00

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

Union Description Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility None

Minimum Education and Experience

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Prior coursework/training in qualitative research methods
  • Quantitative analysis skills with prior training in biostatistics
  • Must be detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently with appropriate guidance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree
  • Prior experience in qualitative data analysis outside the classroom
  • Proficient in using NVivo or Dedoose
  • Prior experience in statistical analysis outside the classroom
  • Proficient in Stata or other statistical software
  • Interest in sexual, reproductive, and maternal health/global health

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Number 25ST1235

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City Newark

State NJ

Location Details

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