Rutgers University
Research Project Coordinator II
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933
Position DetailsPosition InformationRecruitment/Posting TitleResearch Project Coordinator II
Job CategoryURA-AFT Administrative
DepartmentSAS-Kinesiology & Health
OverviewThe School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts. SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students, SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni.
SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University.
The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.
Posting SummaryRutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Project Coordinator II to support two collaborative laboratories in the School of Arts and Sciences, Department of Kinesiology & Health: Rutgers Sleep Lab (RSL) and Cardiovascular Stress Reactivity (CSR) Lab.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Assists the Laboratory Directors/Project PIs in conducting research with human participants and managing day-to-day lab activities.Handles recruitment, screening, and scheduling of potential participants, hands-on human subject data collection, data entry and database management, and incentive tracking.Handles IRB submissions and research compliance documents, ordering and purchasing, and maintains/tracks existing equipment.Involves the management of undergraduate student research assistants.Has opportunities to support data analysis, professional conference submissions, and manuscript preparation.
Position StatusFull Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSANonexempt
Grade04
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary57356.00
Annual Mid Range Salary71372.00
Annual Maximum Salary85388.00
Standard Hours37.50
Union DescriptionURA-AFT Administrative
Payroll DesignationPeopleSoft
BenefitsRutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .
Seniority Unit
Terms of AppointmentStaff - 12 month
Position Pension EligibilityABP
QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree preferably in a biology, psychology, or health sciences and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or experienceA minimum of 2 years related research experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Research experience with human subjects.Experience with IRB submissions/compliance, scientific data collection and entry.Experience performing data analysis with statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS, SAS)..Good communication skills, English fluency, and computer literacy are required.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe.Proven ability to accomplish tasks independently.Team management experience.Adaptable, fast learner with demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.Strong writing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master's degree involving scientific researchIt is preferred that applicants have experience in research related to health behaviors and human physiology.Experience working in higher education research and teaching environment preferred.It is preferred that applicants have experience working with ECG, psychophysiology equipment and post-processing software, wrist actigraphy, polysomnography, waist accelerometry, and/or working with a Clinical Research Center to collect blood and metabolic data.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This position will primarily be conducted at the computer in an office setting, however it will also involve meeting with participants and research staff members around the community, posting flyers for recruitment etc.Special Conditions
Ability to lift 25lbs.
Posting DetailsPosting Number24ST2545
Posting Open Date11/08/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional CampusRutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location CampusCook (RU-New Brunswick)
CityNew Brunswick
StateNJ
Location Details
Pre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization RequirementsUnder 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.Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementIt 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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Job CategoryURA-AFT Administrative
DepartmentSAS-Kinesiology & Health
OverviewThe School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts. SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students, SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni.
SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University.
The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.
Posting SummaryRutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Project Coordinator II to support two collaborative laboratories in the School of Arts and Sciences, Department of Kinesiology & Health: Rutgers Sleep Lab (RSL) and Cardiovascular Stress Reactivity (CSR) Lab.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Assists the Laboratory Directors/Project PIs in conducting research with human participants and managing day-to-day lab activities.Handles recruitment, screening, and scheduling of potential participants, hands-on human subject data collection, data entry and database management, and incentive tracking.Handles IRB submissions and research compliance documents, ordering and purchasing, and maintains/tracks existing equipment.Involves the management of undergraduate student research assistants.Has opportunities to support data analysis, professional conference submissions, and manuscript preparation.
Position StatusFull Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSANonexempt
Grade04
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary57356.00
Annual Mid Range Salary71372.00
Annual Maximum Salary85388.00
Standard Hours37.50
Union DescriptionURA-AFT Administrative
Payroll DesignationPeopleSoft
BenefitsRutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .
Seniority Unit
Terms of AppointmentStaff - 12 month
Position Pension EligibilityABP
QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree preferably in a biology, psychology, or health sciences and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or experienceA minimum of 2 years related research experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Research experience with human subjects.Experience with IRB submissions/compliance, scientific data collection and entry.Experience performing data analysis with statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS, SAS)..Good communication skills, English fluency, and computer literacy are required.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe.Proven ability to accomplish tasks independently.Team management experience.Adaptable, fast learner with demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.Strong writing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master's degree involving scientific researchIt is preferred that applicants have experience in research related to health behaviors and human physiology.Experience working in higher education research and teaching environment preferred.It is preferred that applicants have experience working with ECG, psychophysiology equipment and post-processing software, wrist actigraphy, polysomnography, waist accelerometry, and/or working with a Clinical Research Center to collect blood and metabolic data.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This position will primarily be conducted at the computer in an office setting, however it will also involve meeting with participants and research staff members around the community, posting flyers for recruitment etc.Special Conditions
Ability to lift 25lbs.
Posting DetailsPosting Number24ST2545
Posting Open Date11/08/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional CampusRutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location CampusCook (RU-New Brunswick)
CityNew Brunswick
StateNJ
Location Details
Pre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization RequirementsUnder 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.Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementIt 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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement