Student Assistant (3) Vacancies

Davita Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers School of Health Professions seeks a motivated Student Assistant to work on research projects in biomechanics and cognitive impairment. The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, programming skills, and focuses on publishing significant research. This is a part-time position with essential duties including data collection and analysis in health-related laboratories.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• Must be a current Rutgers Student.
• Basic programming skills in MATLAB or Python is required.
• Experience in Machine Learning and wearable sensors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in aging and cognitive frailty.
• Data collection from hospitals.
• Publish journal articles and present findings.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

English language skills

Education

Current Rutgers Student

BS in computer science, biomedical engineering, or related discipline

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.

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Student Assistant (3) Vacancies
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	SHP-Rehab & Movement
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers School of Health Professions (SHP) is seeking a highly motivated Student Assistant to work within the Toosizadeh Lab in the Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Sciences. In this role, the Student Assistant will work on translational projects at the intersection of biomechanics, frailty and cognitive impairment assessment, and machine learning. Within this research program, the goal is to address the critical aging research questions: Can a dynamic stress-response model of physiological systems using a sub-maximal stress test replicate the results of real-life stress (such as invasive therapies)? Can, and to what extent, considering multiple physiological systems and interactions between them explain cognitive impairment in older adults using the stress-response model? To support this work, an important component of this position will be to work as part of an interdisciplinary team spanning across colleges of engineering, medicine, and science. In addition, the Student Assistant will be required to lead independent research projects, work closely with medical collaborators and other students, and publish high-quality research each year. Work will take place at one of two allocated locations based on requirements: Newark and/or New Brunswick/Piscataway Campuses. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following: Conduct research in the area of aging, cognitive frailty, and biomechanics. Data collection from hospitals: Robert Wood Johnson in New Brunswick and/or University Hospital in Newark Data Post-processing Programming (using MATLAB or Python) Publish journal articles. Presentation of research at national and international conferences.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	00
Salary Details	$17.00 per hour
Minimum Salary
Mid Range Salary
Maximum Salary
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	Part Time
Working Hours (per week)	19 hours per week
Standard Hours	35.00
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description	Non-Union
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Position Pension Eligibility

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Must be a current Rutgers Student.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Basic knowledge of MATLAB, Python, or similar programming skills. Excellent written and oral English language skills.
Preferred Qualifications	BS in computer science, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related discipline (students in public health, nursing, and physician assistant are also encouraged to apply) preferred. Experience in Machine Learning, human performance analysis, wearable sensors, fMRI, fNIRS, and/or ECG, preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: N/A WORK ENVIRONMENT: Lab and hospitals. There are two data collection locations including Robert Wood Johnson in New Brunswick and/or University Hospital in Newark. Lab space is also available for data post-processing in each campus.
Special Conditions	Position requires working on the Newark and Piscataway campus.

Posting Details

Stanley S Bergen Jr Bldg
65 Bergen Street
Newark, NJ 07107

Posting Number	25ST1173
Posting Open Date	05/27/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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