Research Project Assistant

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

May 28, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Project Assistant
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Inst-Hth,Hth Care Pol&Agng Res
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is distinguished in its many efforts to advance health and wellness, and its broad reach, diversity, and expertise provides opportunities to address a wide array of health challenges. The Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research ( IFH) facilitates collaboration among the social and behavioral sciences, clinical disciplines, basic sciences and related fields to promote research on critical population health issues. Tobias Gerhard serves as the director of IFH and brings together scholars across and beyond Rutgers into a vibrant interdisciplinary network that advances high quality research in core areas: * Behavioral Health * Health Economics * Social and Cultural Determinants of Health * Pharmacoepidemiology * Violence Prevention * Health Disparities * Aging Research * State Health Policy * Health Services Research The Institute communicates with many diverse audiences, including Rutgers faculty and students, government agencies (U.S. and abroad), nongovernmental organizations in various regions of the world, industries, foundations, and individual donors.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Project Assistant at the Center for Pharmacoepidemiology and Treatment Science ( PETS) for the Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research. The position will directly report to the Center's Director of Sponsored Research and will provide support services to PETS faculty and project managers at the Center by assisting with research proposals and ongoing research projects, and by supporting the day-to-day administrative operations of the Center. The Research Project Assistant will have the opportunity to work in a collegial work environment to support innovative, multidisciplinary studies. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Conducts comprehensive literature review to support research projects and grant proposals. Provides assistance with required regulatory documentation (e.g., Institutional Review Board, Data Use Agreements). Provides basic support in the creation of code lists and data tables and conduct of data analyses as directed by Center faculty and staff. Assists with ongoing project support under the guidance of the faculty PI or project manager, including, but not limited to, scheduling and taking of minutes, providing assistance with reporting to funders, submission of procurement materials, and engaging with co-investigators, consultants, and other collaborators. Assists with grant submissions, protocol development, and manuscript development through drafting of passages under guidance from faculty, the review of formatting, spelling and grammar, and the creation of figures and tables. Provides general administrative support in support of PETS faculty, Center leadership, and PETS operations. Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest Policy, and relevant data use agreements. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers' regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	50065.00
Mid Range Salary	62252.00
Maximum Salary	74438.00
Offer Information	The final salary offer will be determined by several factors, including 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 benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to 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

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	A bachelor's degree in a related scientific field or discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience in research.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Candidate should have a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, be a good collaborator, and work well in a fast-paced environment. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to be well organized, have a high attention to detail, and be able to manage multiple projects at once by prioritizing time to meet deadlines. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Candidate should have understanding of, and commitment to, the highest standards of research ethics. Candidate should be computer literate and have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications	Prior experience in research. Basic statistical knowledge. Experience with performing data analyses.
Equipment Utilized	Office Computer.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Standing, sitting, walking, talking, hearing, and typing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Light physical activity possible. Office environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1122
Posting Open Date	05/28/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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