Geospatial Cancer Research Scientist II

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University seeks a Research Scientist II (GIS) in the Rutgers Cancer Institute to lead geospatial cancer research projects and coordinate analyses of cancer surveillance data using GIS tools. You will collaborate with the NJSCR team, integrate census and environmental datasets, and develop visualizations for surveillance and public health action.

The role requires a master's degree in a related science, at least three years of GIS experience, and proficiency with ArcGIS, QGIS, SAS, SQL,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related science field required.
• At least 3 years applying GIS to population health or cancer data.
• Doctorate may substitute for two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as CES Team Lead on geospatial cancer research studies.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on GIS methods and population health data integration.
• Manage geocoded cancer datasets and data linkages with census/environmental data.
• Develop high-quality GIS outputs and interactive maps for internal/external users.
• Prepare SRB/IRB-related documents and ensure timely compliance.

Skills

Geospatial GIS

SAS

SQL

R

ArcGIS

QGIS

Population health data

Education

Master's degree in related science

Doctorate substitution for experience

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

SAS

SQL

R

Job description

Rutgers University seeks a Research Scientist II (GIS) in the Rutgers Cancer Institute to lead geospatial cancer research projects and coordinate analyses of cancer surveillance data using GIS tools. You will collaborate with the NJSCR team, integrate census and environmental datasets, and develop visualizations for surveillance and public health action.

The role requires a master's degree in a related science, at least three years of GIS experience, and proficiency with ArcGIS, QGIS, SAS, SQL,