Research Assistant - Job at Rutgers University in Newark, NJ

Research Assistant

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Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Assistant
Posting Number	23TM0475
Department	Cornwall Ctr Metro Studies
Overview	Since it was established in 2000, the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies has been a signature component of Rutgers University-Newark's commitment to be an anchor institution for the metropolitan area. Cornwall's specific role is bringing the campus's intellectual talent and other resources to bear on the challenges of revitalizing Newark and similar communities in the region and state. To this end, the Center sponsors research projects, publications, conferences, symposia, seminars, workshops, public forums, and incubates projects translating research into effective practice. In all its work, Cornwall is especially concerned with supporting the most vulnerable urban populations.
Posting Summary	Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Research Assistant (Temporary) for the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies which will report to the Sr. Program Manager. The Research Assistant (Temporary) will support the Center's research projects and initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a detail oriented, responsive critical thinker with experience conducting research in and studying the social sciences (for example, sociology, social or cultural psychology, social work, economics, education studies, political science, or an interdisciplinary field). This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Qualitative and quantitative data collection (e.g., ethnographic field work, interviews, surveys) and analysis. Requires close proofreading, editing, and preparation of grant applications, manuscripts, presentations, protocols, and reports. Marketing the Center's projects, programming (e.g., flyer, newsletter, and report design; email and phone correspondence; general promotion, etc.). Organizing public events around research projects including booking space, speaker coordination, logistics. Other duties as assigned For more information please visit/: https://cornwall.rutgers.edu/
Position Status
Hours Per Week	19.75
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at .
FLSA	Nonexempt
Position Salary	$18-35 p/h
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Requires up to two years relevant experience in an administrative function, good communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications	Previous research assistant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience Experience conducting qualitative research including conducting interviews, coding, and/or document review Experience analyzing quantitative data and developing charts, graphs, and other visualizations Both the capacity and willingness to learn new software, work routines, and research methods Ability to work independently and accurately without direct supervision Strong writing and editing skills Responsiveness; unless previous arrangements have been made, the RA should be willing to respond to emails within 24 hours
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Master's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience Strong foundation in qualitative and quantitative research methods and measurements Experience using data analysis software, such as R, SPSS, Stata, ATLAS.ti, Dedoose, MAXQDA, NVivo, etc. Experience using graphic design software to prepare marketing materials Experience writing for a variety of audiences Familiarity with IRB and human subjects procedures
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Posting Details

Posting Open Date	09/27/2023
Posting Close Date	08/31/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
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Job Summary

Company

Rutgers University

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

2+ years