"Temporary Research Assistant"

The Rutgers Cancer Institute is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant in the Pediatric Population Science Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Temporary Research Assistant will support lab research activities. Broadly, the Lab aims to improve psychosocial outcomes for youth and families, including siblings, impacted by pediatric cancer and sickle cell disease. The current research projects pertain to areas such as the following:

• Building and testing a web-based single-session intervention (SSI) for adolescent siblings of youth with cancer.
• Engaging with youth and parents through a Community Advisory Board.
• Using mixed methods, such as surveys and qualitative interviews.
• Conducting systematic and scoping reviews related to psychosocial interventions to support wellbeing in youth and families.

The Temporary Research Assistant will engage in various research activities, including collecting, managing, and analyzing data. The Temporary Research Assistant may also perform other research tasks as directed, including drafting written reports for inclusion in manuscripts and grant proposals.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:

• Works under direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Conducts qualitative data analyses under supervision of the Principal Investigator.
• Assists in recruitment, date collection, and data management.
• Publishes scientific research papers and articles.
• Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands, demonstrates and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute core values.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers's compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Interest policy.
• Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, or other life/medical science related fields required.
• Consideration to interview will also be given to applicants who are currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor program with a commencement date prior to the employee's start date.
• Documentation of a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution must be provided prior to the commencement of employment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate noise.