Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Post Doctoral Associate |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
Nicotine & Tobacco Institute |
| 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 a Post Doctoral Associate for the Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies (
INTS), located in New Brunswick, NJ. Under the direction of the P.I., supports and conducts highly specialized and technical research on cannabis and tobacco marketing and influence at the Rutgers Institute of Nicotine and Tobacco Studies (
INTS). The Postdoctoral Associate will work closely with the Principal Investigator and research team on federally funded and related studies examining cannabis and tobacco product marketing, consumer perceptions, and health behavior.
Duties include:
- Lead and support research projects examining the marketing of cannabis and tobacco products across digital, social media, retail,product packaging, and other communication channels.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of observational studies, content analyses, surveys, randomized experiments,qualitative studies, and mixed-methods research.
- Develop research protocols, coding instruments, codebooks, survey questionnaires, experimental stimuli, interview guides, anddata-collection procedures.
- Coordinate the collection and management of data from brand websites, social media platforms, direct-to-consumercommunications, online retailers, product packages, surveys, interviews, and other relevant sources.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
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| Salary Details |
$65,000 -$75,000 |
| Minimum Salary |
20,000 |
| Mid Range Salary |
90,000 |
| Maximum Salary |
200,000 |
| 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 |
Full Time |
| Working Hours |
37.50 |
| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
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| Union Description |
Post Docs - Regular Salaried |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Doctoral degree in public health, social and behavioral sciences, health communications, communications, health psychology, health education, or a related discipline.
- Applicants in All But Degree (ABD) status will be considered for interviewing
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Familiarity with designing experiments informed by commercial marketing and health communication theories.
- Familiarity with the study of cannabis and tobacco marketing influence and commercial determinants of health.
- Familiarity with health-related attitudes and behaviors, including but not limited to tobacco use, cannabis use, or alcohol use.
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST1578 |
| 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
Aug 01, 2026