Research Associate III

Davita Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university health center seeks a Research Associate III to engage older adults in aging-related research. Key responsibilities include community engagement, data management, and collaboration with faculty. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and experience with older adult populations, with fluency in Mandarin preferred.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Two years relevant experience in an administrative function.
• Experience with communication and social work involving older adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engaging diverse community-dwelling older Chinese adults for research.
• Participating in stakeholder meetings for community engagement.
• Collecting and entering respondent data for analysis.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Research on aging populations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Salesforce

Excel

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

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 five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, 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-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

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

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.

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, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Associate III
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	Inst-Hth,Hth Care Pol&Agng Res
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Associate III for the Institute for Health (IFH) within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS). The primary purpose of the Research Associate III is to engage diverse community-dwelling older Chinese adults for aging-related research. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Participating in stakeholder meetings to identify optimal strategies for community engagement. Presenting on-going research projects at community events and health fairs, and engaging individual older Chinese adults for research participation (including follow-up). Recording and evaluating success of engagements and contacts. Verifying accuracy of an existing database of older adults through mail and email. Working with faculty to collect and enter respondent data for analysis. Reviewing data for integrity and adherence to study protocols. Assistance with study management and coordination. Assistance with preparing Mandarin-based surveys and communications. Special projects as assigned based on demonstrated knowledge and job skills. Serves as primary liaison with Chinese community organizations in NY/NJ/PA areas
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	18S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	51169.00
Mid Range Salary	60954.00
Maximum Salary	71835.00
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: 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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: No significant physical demands.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: No significant exposures or noise levels. Office environment.

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Requires two years relevant experience in an administrative function, good communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy Experience and familiarity with research on aging populations. Requires the ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats. Must be able to communicate effectively. Must have effective client service skills.
Preferred Qualifications	A minimum of four years (part- or full-time) working with communication, social work, or research involving older adults in the community setting. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese (read/write/speak); ability to also communicate in Cantonese is a plus but not required. Background in effective Mandarin communication; working knowledge of Salesforce and Excel. Track record of connecting with older adults; recruiting older adults into biomedical research studies; and/or exploring with older adults' issues of research trust/mistrust. Demonstrated record of working independently, learning on the job, and adapting to evolving work environments.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2619
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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