Research Teaching Specialist V

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Dec 11, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Teaching Specialist V
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	RWJ-Psychiatry-Internship-IMHS
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist V for the department of Psychiatry at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, implements multiple research studies relating to the mental health and substance use of New Jersey residents. These studies primarily focus on the treatment needs of individuals with substance use disorders and are conducted in substance abuse treatment settings. The position involves assisting study coordinators, implementing study protocols, recruiting and interviewing study participants, analyzing study data, and preparing reports. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Perform various research procedures relative to the ongoing research protocols. Recruit and enroll paiticipants in research studies, which will involve multiple substance use treatment programs throughout the state of NJ. Maintains confidential research records and ensures that records are always secured. Accurately and comprehensively document all contact with participants. Track and schedule research participant appointments. Conduct participant interviews and other data collection. Assist with database management; literature searches; communication with the IRB office. Attend project-specific training and research project meetings. Provide on-site office coverage as needed.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	17S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	49097.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	58427.00
Annual Maximum Salary	68819.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications	Prior research experience an asset.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. Must be able to lift or exert up to 25 pounds. Work Environment: Office environment and substance abuse treatment settings.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2838
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
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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