Student Assistant (PH Summer Phoenix Program)

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Student Assistant (PH Summer Phoenix Program)

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support

Department
Clinical Affairs

Overview
The Rutgers Health Office of Clinical and Health Affairs leads and supports a diverse array of inter-professional clinical, health, education, and research initiatives that promote Rutgers Health as a premier academic health system.

Working collaboratively with partners from across Rutgers, our clinical affiliates, and other stakeholders, we also advance innovative, strategically important projects and initiatives that ensure an exceptional clinical learning environment and improve the health and well-being of our Rutgers community and New Jersey constituents. To learn more about our office, visit Clinical and Health Affairs .

New Jersey's premier academic health center, Rutgers Health 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, Rutgers Health 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 elite and renowned faculty are teachers, health researchers and providers, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education and training in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. An important mission of Rutgers Health is to promote the careers of faculty, staff, and learners. 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 Student Assistant (Summer 2026) within the Rutgers Health Office of Clinical and Health Affairs- Office of Population Health.

The Student Assistant will support the day-to-day operations of the Office of Population Health, with a primary focus on the Rutgers Health Service Corps (RHSC). This role includes assisting the Special Projects Coordinator with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and initiatives; supporting student recruitment and engagement efforts; coordinating and tracking service activities; and contributing to administrative and data management functions. The Student Assistant will also support additional population health initiatives across the Office, as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Supports the operations of the Rutgers Health Service Corps (RHSC) by participating in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of its activities and initiatives, such as the PHOENIX high school summer program.
• Assists with general administrative tasks including student recruitment and engagement, data tracking, and coordination of service-learning activities and volunteer opportunities.
• Provides support for additional population health initiatives across the Office of Population Health.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers' regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

FLSA
Nonexempt

Grade
99H

Salary Details
$20/hour is budgeted for this position.

Minimum Salary
15.92

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 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
Part Time

Working Hours
19 hrs per week

Standard Hours
40.00

Daily Work Shift
Day

Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the View email address on click.appcast.io Application System.

Union Description
Student Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility
None

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Must be a Current Rutgers student.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers and team members.
• Interest in public and population health and community-based work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Canva is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Rutgers Health Service Corps (RHSC) is preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Lifting up to 40 lbs. (to move project supplies, set-up and break-down event equipment, etc.).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment with potential for work in community-based and clinical settings.
• Moderate noise levels.

Special Conditions

Posting Details
Posting Number
26ST0995

Posting Open Date
05/08/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Downtown New Brunswick

City
New Brunswick

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: