Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Temporary Research Assistant |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
CINJ-Pediatric Population Sci |
| Overview |
RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES:
VISION:
Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.
MISSION:
Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.
CORE VALUES:
Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge
Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection
Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge
Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions
Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals |
| Posting Summary |
The Rutgers Cancer Institute is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant in the Pediatric Population Science Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Temporary Research Assistant will support lab research activities. Broadly, the Lab aims to improve psychosocial outcomes for youth and families, including siblings, impacted by pediatric cancer and sickle cell disease. The current research projects pertain to areas such as the following:
- Building and testing a web-based single-session intervention (SSI) for adolescent siblings of youth with cancer.
- Engaging with youth and parents through a Community Advisory Board.
- Using mixed methods, such as surveys and qualitative interviews.
- Conducting systematic and scoping reviews related to psychosocial interventions to support wellbeing in youth and families.
The Temporary Research Assistant will engage in various research activities, including collecting, managing, and analyzing data. The Temporary Research Assistant may also perform other research tasks as directed, including drafting written reports for inclusion in manuscripts and grant proposals.
Among the key duties for this position are the following:
- Works under direction of the Principal Investigator.
- Conducts qualitative data analyses under supervision of the Principal Investigator.
- Assists in recruitment, date collection, and data management.
- Publishes scientific research papers and articles.
- Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands, demonstrates and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute core values.
- Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers's compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Interest policy.
- Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
99H |
| Salary Details |
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| 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) |
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| Standard Hours |
35.00 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
his position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Union Description |
Hourly Employees |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
None |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, or other life/medical science related fields required.
- Consideration to interview will also be given to applicants who are currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor program with a commencement date prior to the employee's start date.
- Documentation of a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution must be provided prior to the commencement of employment.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Effective oral and communication skills.
- Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Preferred: Master's degree in psychology, public health, or other life/medical science related fields of study preferred.
- Preferred: At least one year of experience in behavioral science research. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
PHYSICAL
DEMANDS:
- Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.
- No special vision requirements.
- Lifting up to 25 lbs.
WORK
ENVIRONMENT:
- Office environment. Moderate noise.
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST2002 |
| Posting Open Date |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
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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 |
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