Research Coordinator- SSI-VR Lab

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybride; USD 28 000 - 34 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and/

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Résumé du poste

Rutgers University is seeking a Research Coordinator for the Stereotyping and Social Interactions Virtual Reality Lab within the School of Arts and Sciences. The role supports day-to-day lab operations, participant recruitment, conducting and analyzing VR experiments, and data-management activities.

Responsibilities include maintaining IRB protocols, assisting with manuscript writing, and helping coordinate undergraduate researchers while supporting the lab's outreach and social media presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Competency using Microsoft Office software, SPSS, Canva, and Photoshop.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

• Assist with day-to-day lab operations including participant recruitment, designing, running, and analyzing VR experiments.
• Assist with data collection and analysis.
• Manage OSF spaces and create reports and summaries.

Connaissances

Microsoft Office

SPSS

Canva

Photoshop

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Description du poste

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Coordinator for the Stereotyping and Social Interactions Virtual Reality (SSI -VR) Lab within the School of Arts and Sciences. Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists with day-to-day lab operations including participant recruitment, designing, running, and analyzing virtual reality experiments.
• Assists with data collection and analysis.
• Works on data-management activities including the management of OSF spaces and creation of reports and summaries.
• Assists with undergraduate research assistants from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds.
• Maintains IRB protocols and assists with manuscript writing.
• Assists in planning lab events and trainings.
• Manages research-related social media platforms and website updates.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Salary Details

Salary Details $20 - $25 per hour

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

Part Time

Working Hours

19.5 hours per week

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.

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Competency using Microsoft office software, SPSS , Canva, and photoshop.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Open Date

10/21/2026

Posting Close Date

11/06/2026

Open Until Filled No

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Livingston (RU-New Brunswick)

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

Location Details

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Posting Specific Questions

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• * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?
  • Yes
  • No

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