Research Support Associate

Position Details

Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title
Research Support Associate


Job Category
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)


Department
Nicotine & Tobacco Institute


Overview


The Rutgers Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies (formerly Rutgers Center for Tobacco Studies) is undergoing dynamic and transformative growth. The Rutgers Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies is one of the nation's leading tobacco focused research centers and its faculty have received over $50 million in extramural funding over the past two decades. The Institute's efforts are focused on their mission of reducing and ultimately eliminating, tobacco-related morbidity and mortality.

Five Centers or Programs currently operate at the Institute including a Tobacco Center for Regulatory Science, the Center of Excellence for Rapid Surveillance of Tobacco, the Tobacco Dependence Program, a Tobacco Industry Marketing Program, and a Tobacco Control Law & Policy Resource Center.


Posting Summary


Rutgers is seeking a Research Support Associate for the Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies (INTS), located in New Brunswick, NJ. Under the direction of the Assistant Professor, the Research Support Associate will carry out daily activities related to federally funded research protocols and assist with the conduct of investigator-initiated research and Institute-specific research projects and operations. This is an onsite, participant-facing role, ideal for Psychology or Public Health graduates who are interested in gaining research experience necessary for pursuing graduate education/research careers.

Duties include:

• As directed, performs various research and technical operations relative to the ongoing investigatory activities of the laboratory.
• Efficiently switches between tasks to complete dynamic daily responsibilities.
• Recruits and retains clinical trial participants (e.g., phone screening, smartphone app download, mailouts).
• Maintains efficient and prompt communications with the study team and PI.
• Schedules and runs study visits according to study protocols.
• Collects, processes, and ships bio samples

FLSA
Nonexempt


Grade
99S


Salary Details
$47,840


Minimum Salary
32,219


Mid Range Salary
60,000


Maximum Salary
95,000


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
Full Time


Working Hours
40


Standard Hours
40.00


Daily Work Shift
Day


Work Arrangement


This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description
Short-Term Assignments


Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft


Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month


Position Pension Eligibility
None

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant science required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior research experience is an asset.
• Experience working in crisis centers, medical/mental health care settings, and/or customer services highly preferred.
• Experience with REDCap and Excel strongly preferred.
• Experience working with medical populations

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details


Posting Number
26ST1285


Posting Open Date

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.

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