Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Temporary Research Assistant |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
The Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies |
| Overview |
The Rutgers Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies (formerly Rutgers Center for Tobacco Studies) is undergoing dynamic and transformative growth. The Rutgers Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies is one of the nation's leading tobacco focused research centers and its faculty have received over $50 million in extramural funding over the past two decades. The Institute's efforts are focused on their mission of reducing and ultimately eliminating, tobacco-related morbidity and mortality.
Five Centers or Programs currently operate at the Institute including a Tobacco Center for Regulatory Science, the Center of Excellence for Rapid Surveillance of Tobacco, the Tobacco Dependence Program, a Tobacco Industry Marketing Program, and a Tobacco Control Law & Policy Resource Center. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers is seeking two (2) Temporary Research Assistants for the Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies, located in New Brunswick, NJ. Under the supervision of Dr. Jamie Tam, the Temporary Research Assistant will manage and analyze data for simulation modeling research projects, providing comprehensive analytical and research support. The Temporary Research Assistant will perform data cleaning, data visualization, model simulations, among other tasks. The individual will also be responsible for ensuring clear documentation to accompany all code, drafting abstracts and manuscripts for publication, and presenting findings to internal and external collaborators for feedback.
Duties include:
- Attends mandatory trainings, and regular team meetings.
- Performs routine checks of data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
- Prepares basic data summaries, tables, codebooks, or visualizations using a statistical language(s) under supervision.
- Maintains clear and organized records of data procedures
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
99H |
| Salary Details |
$20-$25/hour |
| Minimum Salary |
15.49 |
| Mid Range Salary |
75.00 |
| Maximum Salary |
150.00 |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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| Position Status |
Part Time |
| Working Hours |
19 |
| Standard Hours |
35.00 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
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| Union Description |
Hourly Employees |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
None |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Bachelor's degree
- Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Prior experience analyzing large datasets preferred but not required.
- Experience with multiple statistical languages (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS, Stata) and/or programming languages (e.g., Python, C++) preferred but not required.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST2568 |
| Posting Open Date |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Downtown New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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. 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. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
Dec 15, 2025