Research Assistant/Technician

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the

Apply for this Job

link/button.Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Assistant/Technician for the Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research.Among the key duties of the position are the following:Travels to participant homes to assist with data collection, including biological sample collection (e.g., urine and saliva samples per study protocol).Participates in recruitment, screening, and scheduling of participants for study visits.Monitors participation completion of study daily and follow-up surveys.Administers semi-structured interviews to assess mental health conditions and obtain feedback from participants on how to improve study methods.Cleans and codes data.Position Status: 20 Hours Per WeekFLSA: NonexemptPosition Salary: $20Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - HourlyQualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in a scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant laboratory technician or research study experience carrying out research protocols and tests, or other technical work may be substituted for the degree.Certifications/Licenses:Valid driver’s license.Preferred Qualifications:Enrolled as a graduate student (e.g., masters, PhD program), preferably in social sciences (e.g., Psychology, Public Health).Previous experience with research (e.g., recruitment) and familiarity with Qualtrics and/or mobile data collection.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Effective communication and strong writing skills.Complete required training for Human Subjects Study (e.g., CITI certification).Ability to operate a computerized tablet (e.g., iPad) to screen individuals for eligibility.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Must have a car/or daily access to a car and valid driver’s license to conduct study recruitment at dispensary sites, and travel to participant’s residence to assist with data collection.Availability on some evenings and weekends.Special Conditions

Posting Open Date: 09/03/2024Posting Close Date: 10/19/2024Open Until Filled: NoSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Regional Campus: Rutgers University - New BrunswickPre-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.Affirmative Action/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.Required Documents

Resume/CVList of Professional References (contact Info)Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

#J-18808-Ljbffr