Rutgers University New Brunswick , NJ 08903
Posted 1 week ago
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Research Project Manager Job Category Staff & Executive
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Project Manager for the Heldrich Center for Workforce Development at the Bloustein School of Public Planning and Policy. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this position is responsible for conducting and guiding quantitative analyses of data supporting research related to education, workforce, and social policy including studies conducted with the New Jersey Statewide Data System (NJSDS).
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
Develops research designs for studies that involve quantitative data analysis, including for evaluating the effect of specific education and workforce programs on participants' employment and earnings and future educational attainment. Identifies and calculates appropriate performance measures for tracking the effectiveness of education and workforce programs; Identify and implement the most appropriate statistical models for conducting quantitative studies of data.
Trains junior staff on appropriate statistical models for conducting quantitative analysis, develop robust and replicable procedures for handling missing data elements.
Uses machine learning (data mining) methods to build systems for predicting key workforce outcomes; contribute to the strategic research agenda for the NJSDS, write reports, conference papers, and publications based on the data analyses conducted.
Interacts with stakeholders in New Jersey state government to obtain input on research tasks and research products.
Works with Heldrich Center and Bloustein School staff to maintain the security of data.
Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 07 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 88210.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 111651.500 Annual Maximum Salary 135093.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Requires a masters/advanced degree in a social scientific or related field.
Three years of professional experience in data analysis.
Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The position requires exceptional quantitative analysis skills and demonstrated ability to use stata, python, R, and programming languages such as SQL to conduct sophisticated data analysis.
Requires experience implementing the different methods of analysis to be able to make difficult judgments about which model is the most appropriate given the data.
The position requires solid knowledge of and experience using data analysis software, including especially R, and to a lesser extent, Python.
The position requires exceptional oral and written communication skills and knowledge of these areas.
The position requires an exceptionally high level of attention to detail; a sincere concern about ensuring that the data analyses are of the highest quality; vigilant adherence to procedures to maintain the security and confidentiality of all data in the system; and a creativity to develop and answer intriguing research questions based on the data.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in economics, statistics, public policy, political science, sociology, or related discipline, with strong academic work in data analysis.
Knowledge of and experience in analyzing employment and training, education and/or higher education data preferred.
Knowledge of and experience working with SQL databases are also preferred. Skills in data visualization (e.g., R shiny; Power BI) also important.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number 24ST1558 Posting Open Date 06/26/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
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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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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Do you have a masters/advanced degree in a social scientific or related field?
Yes
No
Do you have three years of professional experience in data analysis?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact Info)
Optional Documents
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