Research Teaching Specialist III

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 Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist III within Cancer Epidemiology and Health Outcomes/Population Science at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. The Research Teaching Specialist III conducts and coordinates all aspects of data management and programming in epidemiologic research. The Research Teaching Specialist III may be responsible for the management of a small-sized research program. The primary responsibility is to provide data management and programming support to fulfill the needs of faculty conducting cancer epidemiology and health services research. Essential Duties & Responsibilities As assigned, performs data cleaning, management, and programming (e.g., R, SAS ) to support research activities. Supports components of epidemiologic research studies as assigned by the Principal Investigator, conducting epidemiological and related research, and communicates with primary data collection staff to resolve discrepancies in recorded data. Assists in organizing and conducting specialized research activities for a particular research project. May assist senior staff in supporting students, fellows, and research staff in data analysis and relevant research projects as assigned by the Principal Investigators. May assist with the coordination and evaluation of non-professional staff training. Conducts data processing and statistical analyses (e.g., regression, survival analysis). Develops and maintains databases, analysis code, and data dictionaries for research projects; ensures reproducible workflows. Conducts analyses and prepares tables and figures to assist in the preparation of presentations, lectures, manuscripts, and grant applications for the funding of research activities. Attends and contributes to study team meetings to provide updates on data-related tasks and flag issues with ongoing data collection or analysis. FLSA Exempt Grade: 22S Salary range: Minimum $61,512 – Mid-range $73,603 – Maximum $87,239 Offer Information & Benefits The final salary offer may be determined by several factors including the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. Rutgers is committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits include: 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 (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Position Details Position Status: Full Time Working Hours: Standard Hours 37.50 per week Daily Work Shift: Work Arrangement – This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description: HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month Position Pension Eligibility: ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience: Master’s Degree in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, data science, or a related quantitative science plus one (1) year of related research experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant science plus two (2) years of related research experience is required. Relevant experience includes conducting or being involved in data management and analysis using statistical software (SAS, R) in epidemiologic/population science-related projects. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge in biostatistics and epidemiology and programming in the above statistical software is required. 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. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with large-scale datasets (e.g., genomic, clinical, or environmental exposure data) and/or familiarity with regression modeling, survival analysis, or high-dimensional data analysis is preferred. Exposure to genetic epidemiology methods (e.g., GWAS) or environmental exposure modeling and/or experience with data visualization and reproducible workflows is preferred. Physical Demands and Work Environment Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Office environment, moderate noise. Posting Number: 26ST1041 Posting Open Date: 05/14/2026 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information see the Non-Discrimination Statement at #J-18808-Ljbffr Rutgers University