Manager (Clinical Affiliations & Academic Partnerships)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University Newark is seeking a Manager (Clinical Affiliations & Academic Partnerships) for the School of Nursing to lead clinical affiliation agreements and partnerships across campuses in Newark, Brunswick, and Blackwood, NJ.

The role partners with the Director of Student Affairs Operations to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, while coordinating with legal, risk management, and academic programs to facilitate timely contract execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum education and five years of higher education administrative experience.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple constituencies including faculty and staff.
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Partners with the Director of Student Affairs Operations to administer clinical affiliation agreements and academic partnerships.
• 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 facilitate contract execution.
• Supervises the Department Administrator.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Computer literacy

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Manager (Clinical Affiliations & Academic Partnerships)

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

Job Category

Job Category URA-AFT Administrative

Department

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

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 06

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 77919.480

Mid Range Salary

Mid Range Salary 96454.480

Maximum Salary

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.

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

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

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

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

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.

Certifications/Licenses

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.

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.

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST1929

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/19/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

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.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience and a minimum of five years of experience in higher education and relevant professional experience in an administrative function?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a current member of URA-AFT?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

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