Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Rutgers University | Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Research Division

New Brunswick, NJ

$ 22.00/hour

8 to 40 hours per week | Flexible Hybrid Schedule

Temporary Assignment: December 19, 2026 through February 19, 2027

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to support faculty-led research projects at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

This is a great opportunity for a college graduate interested in gaining hands-on research experience . Previous research experience is helpful but not required. Training will be provided.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable working with people, and interested in research, data, and healthcare or academic environments.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities may include:

• 40% | Research Data: Assist with data collection, data entry, data cleaning, and preparation of datasets using established research protocols.

• 25% | Study Coordination: Help coordinate participant recruitment, schedule study visits, maintain study logs, and assist with regulatory documentation.

• 20% | Data Analysis: Assist with basic statistical summaries and preparation of draft tables and figures using R, Excel, and REDCap under supervision.

• 10% | Research Support: Conduct literature searches and assist with summaries, reports, presentations, and research materials.

• 5% | Administrative Support: Assist with meeting coordination, file organization, supply tracking, and other study-related administrative tasks.

Schedule & Work Environment

This is a hybrid position offering flexibility based on study needs.

• Primarily Monday through Friday

• Approximately 8 to 40 hours per week

• In-person work for scheduled study visits

• Remaining work may be completed remotely

• Some weeks may require 1 to 2 hours of remote evening work

• Occasional 1 to 2 hours on Saturdays

• Rare in-person meetings with study participants may take place at an agreed-upon public location, such as a coffee shop

What We're Looking For

• College graduate

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Organized and detail-oriented

• Comfortable interacting with study participants

• Ability to follow established research procedures

• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills

• Willingness to learn research processes and systems

Tools & Technology

You may work with:

• Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• REDCap and/or Qualtrics

• R for basic data preparation and summary reporting

• Microsoft Teams and Zoom

• Standard office equipment

Assignment Details

Location: Rutgers, 303 George Street, New Brunswick, NJ

Department: RWJMS, Research Division

Pay: $22/hour

Start Date: December 19, 2026

End Date: February 19, 2027

Schedule: Flexible hybrid, 8 to 40 hours per week

Writing improvements: I simplified the technical language without removing the research responsibilities, moved the $22/hour and flexible hybrid schedule to the top, and emphasized that training is provided , which should make the posting more approachable to recent college graduates.

Pay Details: $22.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.