Temporary Research Assistant (Research)

Rutgers University; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 207,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) in Newark, NJ is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant in the Department of Medicine- Infectious Disease within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS).

The role involves data management using SAS and Tableau, creating dashboards, and supporting manuscript development and proposals.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with SAS and R programming languages; MS Office; ability to learn new software quickly.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong written and verbal communication.
• Detail oriented with ability to set priorities and meet deadlines; self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Develop SAS scripts for QA/QC with Data Managers.
• Create ad hoc databases for analysis using programming language.
• Create and maintain Tableau dashboards under supervision.
• Collaborate with investigators and statisticians in design and setup of CRFs.
• Develop SOPs and training materials for study conduct and data collection.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Self-driven

Detail oriented

Education

High School/Undergraduate degree

Tools

SAS

R

Tableau

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant in the Department of Medicine- Infectious Disease within the New Jersey Medical School ( NJMS ).

The Temporary Assistant (Research) will perform data management and programming tasks. The data management tasks include using SAS programming language for quality assurance of collected data (clinical, laboratory, demographic), using Tableau software for creating and maintain dashboards, routine data management tasks for data transmitted from the international sites, manuscript development, proposal assistance and other relevant scientific activities.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Works with Data Managers and research coordinators to develop SAS scripts for quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Works with our staff and stakeholders to create ad hoc databases for analysis using programming language.
• Creates and maintains interactive dashboards on Tableau under DOMC staff supervision.
• Works with investigators, statisticians and study coordinators in design and set-up of case report forms (CRFs) for specific clinical, translational, and basic science protocols.
• Works with study coordinators and data managers to develop appropriate and detailed standard operating procedures, training manuals and other materials for study conduct and data collection in the clinic, field and laboratory.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

99H

Salary Details

$18.00 per hour

Minimum Salary

15.92

Mid Range Salary

50.00

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

• 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

19.9

Standard Hours

35.00

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement and may be eligible for a compressed workweek or a flex workday schedule. 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

Non-Union

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility

NOT ELIGIBLE

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Satisfactory completion of High School/Undergraduate degree and currently enrolled in undergraduate/graduate studies.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical skills: Software: Proficiency with SAS /R programming language, Microsoft Office software applications including word processing and excel, online searching, and email, and fluency with learning new software applications highly desirable.
• Aptitude: Candidate should demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication: Excellent writing, verbal and interpersonal communications skills are required.
• Soft skills: Detail oriented: A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required.
• Setting priorities: The ability to set priorities and work under pressure to meet time deadlines is required.
• Self Driven: Candidate must be a self-starter who is detail oriented, analytical, has strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrates flexibility to work in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of biostatistics and epidemiology.
• Some basic understanding of data management in clinical research,
• Have experience working in other software platforms relevant to clinical research (FreezerPro, Tableau, REDCap, SAS , R, Microsoft Office and internet applications).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Must be able to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Remote until further notice.

Posting Number

26ST2035

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Newark (RBHS)

City

Newark

State

NJ

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

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have satisfactory completion of High School/Undergraduate degree and currently enrolled inundergraduate/graduate studies?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Certifications/Licenses

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