Program Coordinator

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental benefits

Paid time off and leave programs

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University School of Public Health in Newark seeks a Program Coordinator to support NIH-funded health research projects focused on sexual and gender minorities and communities of color. You will coordinate daily and annual survey activities with community organizations and ensure accurate data collection and policy coding.

The role requires 3 years of related work or a master's with one year, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field.
• Three years of relevant work experience, OR a Master's degree with one year of relevant work experience.
• Equivalent experience/education may substitute for degree requirement.
• Experience with basic MS Office software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily survey study implementation and track daily responses with staff at community-based organizations.
• Oversee annual survey implementation among Black youth communities.
• Coordinate with staff at CBOs to meet recruitment and data collection goals.
• Coordinate state policy coding.

Skills

MS Office

Statistical software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health

Master's degree in Public Health

Tools

SAS

R

SPSS

Job description

Position Details

Program Coordinator

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Other

Department: SPH - Urban & Global Public Health

Overview: New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers School of Public Health (SPH) is seeking a Program Coordinator in the Department of Urban and Global Public Health located in Newark, NJ. Under the direction of Principal Investigator, this position will support multiple NIH-funded research projects focused on health and wellness among sexual and gender minorities, with a particular focus on research within communities of color.

• Oversees the implementation of a daily survey study. This includes tracking daily responses and coordinating with staff at
• community-based organizations (CBOs).
• Oversees implementation of an annual survey among Black youth communities.
• Coordinates with staff at CBOs to meet goals for recruitment and data collection.
• Coordinates state policy coding

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 23S

Salary Details: PS23S salary scale

Minimum Salary: 65272.0

Mid Range Salary: 78208.0

Maximum Salary: 92772.0

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

• 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

Standard Hours: 37.50

Daily Work Shift: Day

Union Description: HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: ABP

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Public Health or a related field plus
• Three (3) years of relevant work experience, OR a Master's degree preferably in Public Health or a related field plus One (1) year of relevant work experience.
• Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Experience with basic MS Office software

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Statistical Computing Programs (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS).
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with completing demands from team members.
• CITI Human Subjects Research Certification
• Experience with human subjects Institutional Review Board protocols
• Experience with Electronic data collection platforms (e.g., Qualtrics).

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1737

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