Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Assistant, Per Diem
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	CINJ-Pediatric Population Sci
Overview
Posting Summary	The primary purpose of the Temporary Research Assistant is to work under the direction of the Principal Investigator. The Temporary Research Assistant will work on research investigating the psychosocial aspects of pediatric, adolescent, and young adult cancer survivorship. Conducts intervention (if applicable), manages data, analyzes data, and performs other research tasks under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator. Drafts written reports for inclusion in manuscripts and grant proposals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Works under direction of the Principal Investigator. 2. Conducts qualitative data analyses under supervision of the Principal Investigator. 3. Assists in recruitment, date collection, and data management. 4. Possess effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to publish scientific research papers and articles. 5. Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands, demonstrates and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey core values. 6. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers’s compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Interest policy. 7. Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality. 8. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Position Status	Per Diem
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	99H
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	0.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	0.000
Annual Maximum Salary	0.000
Standard Hours	40.00
Union Description
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	None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree in psychology, public health, or other life/medical science related fields.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	The ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Effective oral and communication skills. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications	Preferred: Master’s degree in psychology, public health, or other life/medical science related fields of study preferred. Preferred: At least one year of experience in behavioral science research.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2524
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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