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Rutgers University

Research Assistant, Per Diem

🇺🇸 New Brunswick, NJ

🕑 Temporary

💰 $27 per Hour

💻 Other

🗓️ August 13th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Research Assistant, Per Diem to support research on health-related behaviors among individuals with cancer and those at risk. The role involves creating systems for study tracking and data entry, organizing data for qualitative analysis, assisting with research communication, literature synthesis, and preparing IRB and compliance documents under the direction of the Program Manager and Qualitative Research Scientific Director.

Highlights
  • Develop user-friendly systems for study tracking and data entry using existing platforms.
  • Process, store, organize, and prepare qualitative data for analysis.
  • Participate in communication and meetings with study staff via phone, electronic, and in-person methods.
  • Assist in preparing and disseminating research findings through scientific posters, presentations, manuscripts, and community events.
  • Conduct literature searches, synthesize findings, and manage references for research proposals and manuscripts.
  • Support preparation of IRB documentation and administrative compliance reporting.
  • Proficiency required in qualitative research software such as Atlas.ti and Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and EndNote.
  • Must hold a Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related health/social/behavioral science, or a Bachelor’s degree plus one year of research experience.
  • Preferred qualifications include experience in qualitative research, managing projects, use of RedCap, and bilingual Spanish-English skills.
  • Compensation starts at $27.38 per hour, commensurate with experience, with a full benefits package available for eligible employees.