Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Project Assistant
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	SASN - Psychology
Overview	The Department of Psychology at Rutgers University – Newark (RU-N) is made up of world-class experts in developmental, perceptual, and social psychology, and cognitive neuroscience.  Members of our department engage in research collaborations that cross departments, campuses, institutions, and countries, engaging with and serving the greater Newark area, providing invaluable hands-on lab experience to undergraduates, and fostering student involvement in research.  The department is also home to the most popular RU-N undergraduate major.
Posting Summary	Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Research Project Assistant. Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI) of the Social and Affective Neuroscience Lab, this position assists with experiments using standard basic techniques. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Keeps records of work performed and maintains databases and other records Collects, sorts, and compiles samples and data, performs preliminary analysis, and analyzes data Maintains laboratory in an organized, clean, and safe manner in accordance with established procedures and regulations Orders experimental supplies Trains and leads students through various laboratory-related activities Coordinates and schedules student work shifts. Provides research and technical support as needed. Follows and enforces policies and procedures established by the Lab, the Department of Psychology, the School of Arts and Sciences-Newark (SASN) and Rutgers University-Newark Performs professional work that requires knowledge of general laboratory experiments and practices, as well as specific knowledge of the University policies and procedures Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, stakeholder-focused environment with an understanding of the mission, vision, role, and goals of the Lab, the Department, SASN, and RU-N, and the role the tasks and responsibilities of this position play in the achievement of these goals The position is grant funded and dependent on adequate external funding.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	44831.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	55743.000
Annual Maximum Salary	66655.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant research experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must have a basic knowledge of the research discipline Skills are normally acquired through an accumulation of work experiences and/or specific work related training programs Requires the ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats Must be able to communicate effectively Must attend and complete any relevant laboratory safety and other training Computer literacy required
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in psychological research with human participants Experience with Windows and Mac computing and Microsoft Office suite
Equipment Utilized	PC and Mac computers, Microsoft Office, and SPSS. Must be familiar with or learn all equipment, software, and specialized programs and/or materials needed to support the effective and efficient performance of this position.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Laboratory environment Must adhere to any relevant laboratory safety policies established by Rutgers Environmental Health & Safety (REHS)
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST1443
Posting Open Date	05/29/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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