Research Assistant

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Assistant Posting Number 24TM0193 Department SAS-Kinesiology & Health Overview

The 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 Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Assistant for the Kinesiology & Health Department within the School of Arts & Sciences.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists with study-required trials and study visits.

• Helps with recruitment of eligible subjects and collection of study-required subject assessments (e.g., height, weight).

• Schedules appropriate appointments, procedures, and tests.

• Makes assessment decisions with supervisory guidance; and coordinate study visits.

• Helps with study procedures, supervising exercise training sessions, recording data, and processing specimens for shipments as well as maintaining appropriate current and long-term storage of documents.

• Assists the PI with conducting full range of clinical trial activities in compliance with good clinical practice (GCP) as well as state, federal and local regulatory requirements.

• Notifies the PI of subject status, maintenance of study protocols, and convey study information to PI as appropriate.

Position Status Hours Per Week 19.5 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA Nonexempt Position Salary $25/hour Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

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 Preferred Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Special Conditions

• Two positions available.

Posting Details

Posting Open Date 05/20/2024 Posting Close Date 06/20/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Douglass (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

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.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a 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?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Writing Sample 1