Manager (Clinical Affiliations & Academic Partnerships)

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University’s School of Nursing in Newark, NJ, seeks a Manager (Clinical Affiliations & Academic Partnerships) to oversee clinical affiliation agreements and academic partnerships with partner sites.

You will coordinate with the Director of Student Affairs Operations, support regulatory and accreditation standards, and act as a liaison among the School of Nursing, clinical partners, and legal counsel to facilitate timely contract execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 5+ years in higher education admin.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff across constituencies.
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical affiliation agreements and academic partnerships.
• Support regulatory, institutional, and accreditation standards.
• Serve as liaison among School of Nursing, clinical partners, legal counsel, risk management, and academic programs to facilitate contract execution.
• Supervise the Department Administrator.

Skills

Collaborate with multiple constituenc

Communication

Computer literacy

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Manager (Clinical Affiliations & Academic Partnerships)

Job Category: URA-AFT Administrative

Department: Student Affairs

Overview: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Manager (Clinical Affiliations & Academic Partnerships) for the School of Nursing. The School of Nursing is one of eight schools that comprise the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS). As part of the RBHS, the School of Nursing offers unique opportunities in education, research, and practice at a leading national research university which is the state's premier, comprehensive, public institution of higher learning. Innovative academic offerings include bachelor's, master's, post-master's, DNP and Ph.D. programs that are preparing nurse leaders of today and tomorrow at campuses located in Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, NJ. Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Partners with the Director of Student Affairs Operations to administer clinical affiliation agreements and academic partnerships for the School of Nursing.
• Supports the School and clinical sites in meeting regulatory, institutional, and accreditation standards.
• Serves as a liaison between the School of Nursing, clinical partners, legal counsel, risk management, and academic programs to help facilitate timely contract execution.
• Supervises the Department Administrator.

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 06

Salary Details

Minimum Salary: 77919.480

Mid Range Salary: 96454.480

Maximum Salary: 114989.480

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: 37.50

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement: Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description: URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of five years of experience in higher education and relevant professional experience in an administrative function.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to collaborate with multiple constituencies including faculty and staff.
• Ability to manage assigned work under the general direction of the Director.
• Ability and desire to acquire new technical expertise as needed.
• Excellent communication skills, and computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 to 7 years of experience in contract management, healthcare administration or legal support.
• Direct experience with clinical affiliation agreements or academic partnerships.
• Experience working in a school of nursing or health professions program.

Equipment Utilized:

• Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) and email and web browser along with industry-specific software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements.
• Ability to lift or exert force up to ten (10) pounds.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1929

Posting Open Date: 10/19/2026

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Newark (RBHS)

City: Newark

State: NJ

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement