Temporary Research Assistant - per diem

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 207,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a per diem Temporary Research Assistant for the Research, Addiction and Decision Neuroscience Lab within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The role supports patient recruitment, assessments, and daily management of study data while contributing to data analyses and reporting.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science or current pursuit of one, with strong organizational skills and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant science, completed or pursuing.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility with project assignments.
• Computer literacy desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient recruitment, assessments and daily management of study data.
• Assists with scoring and data entry of assessments.
• Assists with online cognitive testing.
• Assists with preliminary data analyses.
• Assists with experimentation and research activities.
• Prepares reports, documents and databases.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Temporary Research Assistant - per diem

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department: University Behavioral Health

Overview: Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a per diem Temporary Research Assistant for the Research, Addiction and Decision Neuroscience Lab within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the per diem Temporary Research Assistant is to assist with patient recruitment, assessments and daily management of study data for a study.

• Assists with patient recruitment, assessments and daily management of study data.
• Assists with scoring and data entry of assessments.
• Assists with online cognitive testing.
• Assists with preliminary data analyses.
• Assists with experimentation and research activities.
• Prepares reports, documents and databases.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 99H

Salary Details:

Minimum Salary: 15.92

Mid Range Salary: 75.00

Maximum Salary: 150.00

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

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

Position Status

Part Time

Working Hours

per diem, weekday, up to approximately 20 hours per week

Standard Hours

35.00

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

Union Description

Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility

None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Completed or currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and flexibility with project assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer literacy desirable.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.
• WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate noise.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1847

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