"Research Support Specialist"

Position Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Support Specialist for the Center for Advancing Research & Evaluation for Person-Centered Care at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the guidance of the Research Program Administrator and principal investigator(s), assists in the conduct of specialized behavioral and social science research and evaluation across multiple projects; participates in research activities within the Center.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• As directed, performs various behavioral and social science research and evaluation operations relative to ongoing investigatory activities of the Center, including but not limited to conducting literature reviews; collecting, analyzing, and maintaining data using statistical software; and assisting with informed consent for research studies, responding to participant inquiries, and assisting participants with completion of paperwork.
• Prepares spreadsheets and databases to support project activities; maintains organized and essential records of research activities, analyses, and results; and ensures accurate documentation of study progress and outcomes.
• Assists in the design and implementation of behavioral and social science research studies and program evaluations.
• Conducts literature reviews to gather relevant information and summarize findings for ongoing investigatory activities.
• Prepares spreadsheets, reports, and presentations based on research findings and grant requirements; assists with manuscripts and progress reports.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in public health, social or behavioral science or a related field plus one (1) year of experience.
• Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Ability to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment: Office environment and/or remote work from home. Moderate Noise.