Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title - Research Assistant

Posting Number - 26TM0190

Department - Applied Psychology

Overview - Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary - Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Assistant to provide support for the Behavioral Economics, Addiction, and Health Promotion (BEACON) Lab for the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP). Among the key duties of the position are the following: Manages participant scheduling and coordination while maintaining participant confidentiality. Oversees participant data collection. Handles data cleaning, computation, and analysis. Conducts literature reviews. Communicates with the IRB.

FLSA - Nonexempt

Salary Details - $22 - $30/hourly

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 - 19.5

Daily Work Shift

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, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the View email address on click.appcast.io Application System.

Payroll Designation - PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment - Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in behavior analysis, applied psychology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Two years relevant experience in a university research laboratory setting.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Good communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented and highly responsive to feedback. Experience conducting research in behavior analysis, behavioral economics, or a related field. Experience using data analysis software, such as R, SPSS, GraphPad Prism. Familiarity with the IRB. Individuals will be required to obtain CITI training in human subjects research if they have not done so already.

Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in related field.

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Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date - 05/13/2026

Posting Close Date - 06/13/2026

Open Until Filled - No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus - Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus - Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

City - Piscataway

State - NJ

Location Details

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

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in behavior analysis, applied psychology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have at least two years of relevant experience in a university research laboratory setting?
   • Yes
   • No