Rutgers University
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Senior Data Analyst
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department The Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies
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 Institute for Nicotine & Tobacco Studies, located in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Senior Data Analyst with strong quantitative skills and experience in simulation modeling to develop and oversee data infrastructure, data management, and perform analyses to facilitate the successful completion of applicable simulation modeling research objectives.
Duties include:
Develop, update, and perform data quality control (QC) procedures to ensure data integrity; works withfaculty to address issues impacting data quality including but not limited to response bias/aberrantresponding, system issues, and data entry and collection errors. Prepare datasets and provide supporting documentation for statistical analysis and simulation modeling. Develop appropriate simulation and statistical models to analyze research data, while managing and maintaining datasets. Interact with senior and junior investigators to analyze study data for technical reports, journal articles,and conference presentations. This may include writing and contributing to publications. Assist with the coordination of submission of data to federal, agencies, and other externalstakeholders. Functions as a seasoned professional with strong skills in planning, organizing, and completing data requests and reporting projects. Works under minimal supervision and uses independent judgment to provide creative solutions to complex problems.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 28S
Salary Details max salary of Step 6 (~$90K)
Minimum Salary 81155.000
Mid Range Salary 97671.000
Maximum Salary 116172.000
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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours (per week) 37.50
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Master's Degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a related field One (1) year of relevant work experience in simulation modeling. Strong interpersonal and written communications skills are essential. Expertise in statistical analysis programs (R, STATA, SAS, and/or SPSS) Equivalent education, experience, and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement. Preferred Qualifications
PhD preferred Three (3) years of relevant work experience Experience with simulation modeling of tobacco use and working with large data systems such as PATH, NHIS, BRFSS and/or TUS-CPS Working knowledge of tobacco control-related issues
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details Posting Number 25ST1739
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
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. Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department The Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies
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 Institute for Nicotine & Tobacco Studies, located in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Senior Data Analyst with strong quantitative skills and experience in simulation modeling to develop and oversee data infrastructure, data management, and perform analyses to facilitate the successful completion of applicable simulation modeling research objectives.
Duties include:
Develop, update, and perform data quality control (QC) procedures to ensure data integrity; works withfaculty to address issues impacting data quality including but not limited to response bias/aberrantresponding, system issues, and data entry and collection errors. Prepare datasets and provide supporting documentation for statistical analysis and simulation modeling. Develop appropriate simulation and statistical models to analyze research data, while managing and maintaining datasets. Interact with senior and junior investigators to analyze study data for technical reports, journal articles,and conference presentations. This may include writing and contributing to publications. Assist with the coordination of submission of data to federal, agencies, and other externalstakeholders. Functions as a seasoned professional with strong skills in planning, organizing, and completing data requests and reporting projects. Works under minimal supervision and uses independent judgment to provide creative solutions to complex problems.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 28S
Salary Details max salary of Step 6 (~$90K)
Minimum Salary 81155.000
Mid Range Salary 97671.000
Maximum Salary 116172.000
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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours (per week) 37.50
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Master's Degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a related field One (1) year of relevant work experience in simulation modeling. Strong interpersonal and written communications skills are essential. Expertise in statistical analysis programs (R, STATA, SAS, and/or SPSS) Equivalent education, experience, and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement. Preferred Qualifications
PhD preferred Three (3) years of relevant work experience Experience with simulation modeling of tobacco use and working with large data systems such as PATH, NHIS, BRFSS and/or TUS-CPS Working knowledge of tobacco control-related issues
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details Posting Number 25ST1739
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
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. Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement