Research Coordinator (Professional/Research/Manager)

Research Coordinator (Professional/Research/Manager) Overview: Our brains determine who we are; how we see, hear, and smell, how we move, touch, and talk, how we remember and forget, how we feel, expect, and plan. The mission of the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) of the School of Arts & Sciences, Newark (SASN) is to advance understanding of the brain’s structure and function through excellence in neuroscience research and training. Our researchers pursue this goal through an integrative approach that cuts across the boundaries of traditional disciplines. They combine molecular, electrophysiological, neurochemical, anatomical, imaging, behavioral, and neuropsychological methods to analyze how the brain works, develops, interacts with the environment, and is modified by experience in health and disease. CMBN also commits to serving the academic and surrounding Newark communities through educational outreach, community service, and research internship programs that train undergraduate and high school students. Posting Summary: Rutgers University – Newark seeks a Research Coordinator. The position provides professional, research, or technical management of assigned duties and ensures that program(s) proceed as planned. The coordinator communicates and collaborates with numerous individuals to maintain involvement in all facets of the project; is accountable for major project decisions, protocols, metrics, and client satisfaction. Demonstrates leadership in forming and maintaining productive working relationships. May manage professional and paraprofessional staff and motivate groups to implement the organization’s strategy. Develops procedures for reporting and is responsible for protocol development and/or approvals. May be recognized as a subject matter expert and act as a consultant to faculty or staff. The position is grant‑ funded. Responsibilities: Serve as the primary liaison with external testing sites in Florida and Louisiana, facilitating smooth communication, study logistics, and data collection. Collaborate on the development and expansion of research protocols, including the study "Pathways to Healthy Aging in African Americans" to a national level with external sites. Assist in the preparation, submission, and monitoring of research grant proposals. Maintain strong working relationships with faculty, staff, and study participants, providing guidance on study procedures and best practices. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned. This position is contingent on the continuation of external funding. Salary Details: $56,000 – $64,000. Benefits: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may 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 Status: Full Time. Working Hours: 40 hours per week. The position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement under Rutgers Policy 60.3.22. Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft. Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment – Salaried 12‑Month. Qualifications Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Requires a minimum of three to five years of relevant professional experience in an administrative and/or supervisory function, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy. OR Requires a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education/experience in the discipline. A master’s degree in a specialized discipline may be required for research, project management, or managerial positions. Requires a minimum of five years experience and/or increasing functional responsibility in a leadership/managerial role; with a master’s degree requirement, a minimum of three years of related experience is acceptable. Excellent communication skills and computer literacy. Preferred Qualifications Regularly uses actigraphy, polysomnography, functional imaging, mobile apps, and devices, Excel, MS Access, SharePoint, Asasa, MS Word, and is familiar with the equipment, software, and specialized materials needed to support the effective and efficient performance of this position. Physical Demands and Work Environment Laboratory environment. Transports genetic materials to external laboratories for analysis and travels to other locations in a personal vehicle. Must be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds. Compliance with all human subject research and health and safety policies and procedures, and completion of any required training is mandatory. Must be able to multitask in a fast‑paced, customer‑service–focused environment, with an understanding of the mission, vision, role, and goals of the Center, SASN, and RU‑N, and how this position’s tasks and responsibilities contribute to achieving those goals. 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