Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Temp Research Assistant |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Administrative Services |
| Department |
NJMS-Psychiatry |
| 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 Temp Research Assistant for the Department of Psychiatry within New Jersey Medical School.
To provide a range of research and programmatic activities in support of PI and Co-PI 's project to train correctional officers in mental health first aid.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Assist the PI with the development of new and existing programs and research studies.
- Manage and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
- Assists in project planning, and ensures that the work scope, and study procedures and IRB requirements of the research project activities are followed and completed.
- Assist with mental health first aid training for corrrectional professionals.
- Collaborates with PI and Co-PI in preparing manuscripts, reports, and summaries for publications.
- Provide administrative support and office management
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
99H |
| Salary Details |
XH-99H--19/hr. |
| 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) |
20 |
| Standard Hours |
35.00 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
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| Union Description |
Hourly Employees |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
None |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Must possess excellent communication skills.
- Strong data management and analytical skills required.
- Must have a working knowledge of cancer health.
- Must have flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Must possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of health disparities, health promotion and health education.
- Must have knowledge of Nvivo, SPSS, and SAS.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Must have experience working with criminal justice system-involved adults.
- BA degree preferred.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
- No special vision requirements.
- Must be able to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Office environment.
- Moderate noise.
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| Special Conditions |
- Must have valid driver's license and vehicle and be and willing to travel to research sites in New Jersey.
- Must be able to work 20 hours a week.
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST1219 |
| Posting Open Date |
06/04/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Newark (RBHS) |
| City |
Newark |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
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