Research Assistant, Program for Disability Research

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Vacation and leave programs

Retirement benefits and 401(k) options

Educational benefits for employees and

Life insurance and discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick is seeking a Research Assistant for the Program for Disability Research. The role supports a qualitative study on disability accommodation practices, develops practitioner briefs, and may perform quantitative analysis on survey data.

Part-time position with flexibility to translate findings into policy-focused outputs for HR and leadership. Ideal candidates will have strong writing, analytic skills, and interest in disability inclusion, workplace culture, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Sociology, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience with qualitative research methods, including interview analysis, coding, and thematic synthesis.
• Proficiency with qualitative or mixed-methods software (e.g., NVivo, Dedoose, R, STATA, Qualtrics).
• Strong written communication skills, including translating findings for non-academic audiences.
• Experience with program evaluation, research design, or policy-oriented research.

Responsibilities

• Support a qualitative research project examining disability accommodation practices within a large healthcare organization.
• Develop a peer-reviewed manuscript using existing interview data and conduct qualitative coding and analysis.
• Translate research findings from the Employer Disability Practices Center into practitioner-oriented briefs.
• Assist with quantitative analysis on disability survey data and help prepare manuscripts.
• Work as an emerging researcher with strong qualitative and quantitative skills and contribute to applied translation.

Skills

Qualitative research methods

Quantitative analysis

Strong writing skills

Interviews & coding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Sociology, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

NVivo

Dedoose

R

STATA

Qualtrics

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Research Assistant, Program for Disability Research

Department: Human Resource Management

Salary Details: A minimum of $1000 for the contract period.

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

The Program for Disability Research at the School of Management and Labor Relations seeks a research assistant. This research assistant will support a qualitative research project examining department-level variation in disability accommodation practices within a large healthcare organization. They will assist in developing a peer-reviewed manuscript using existing interview data, conduct qualitative coding and analysis as needed, and translate research findings from the Employer Disability Practices Center into concise, practitioner-oriented briefs for human resources, managers, and organizational leaders. A research assistant with quantitative skills will also be asked to conduct quantitative analysis on disability survey data and help prepare manuscripts based on that analysis. This role is ideal for an emerging researcher with strong qualitative and quantitative research skills, excellent writing ability, and interest in disability inclusion, workplace culture, and applied research translation.

Position Status: Part Time

Posting Number: 26FA0953

Posting Open Date: 10/23/2026

Posting Close Date: 10/31/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Education, Sociology, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or related field; Master's degree preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience with qualitative research methods, including interview analysis, coding, and thematic synthesis.
• Proficiency with qualitative or mixed-methods software (e.g., NVivo, Dedoose, R, STATA, Qualtrics).
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex findings into clear, accessible language for non-academic audiences.
• Experience with program evaluation, research design, or policy-oriented research.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing practitioner-or policy-focused briefs or reports.
• Familiarity with workplace disability issues, equity research, or organizational culture studies.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadline

Posting Details

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/283070

Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Livingston (RU-New Brunswick)

City: Piscataway

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.

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