Rutgers University
Temporary Research Assistant, Per Diem
Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
Overview
Rutgers School of Health Professions (SHP) is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant Per diem to work in the Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions Department. 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, with the goal of improving human health. RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and centers focused on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, biotechnology, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. Clinical facilities are located throughout New Jersey, including Rutgers University–New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include RWJUH in New Brunswick and University Hospital in Newark. Rutgers aims to transform lives through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars. Posting Summary
Rutgers SHP is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant Per diem to support faculty in the Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions Department. The Temporary Research Assistant will assist a faculty member in conducting the faculty member's program of original empirical research. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following: Directly responsible for providing research activities support to the faculty mentor. Perform clinical duties or engage in statistical data analysis and data management, or both. Secure informed consent for participant study participation. Conduct data collection. Preparation for entry, computer entry, checking and tracking of data, data analysis under supervision. Provide administrative assistance such as IRB or grant applications. Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Minimum of bachelor’s degree preferred in a mental health related field or data management or statistical background. Assessment, intervention, and/or data management training will be provided. Preferred Qualifications Current enrollment in psychology, psychiatric rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling and social work graduate program preferred. Research experience preferred. Certifications/Licenses – Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Equipment Utilized – Physical Demands and Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment. Moderate noise. 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 and Details
Position Status: Per Diem Working Hours: 19.99 Standard Hours: 40.00 Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description: Hourly Employees Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft Seniority Unit: Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility: PERS Posting Details
Posting Number: 25ST1397 Posting Open Date: 06/25/2025 Regional Campus: RBHS Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS) City: Piscataway State: NJ Location Details: RWJMS Research Tower, 675 Hoes Lane West, Piscataway, NJ 08854 Pre-employment and Compliance
Pre-employment Screenings: All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Under Policy 100.3.1, depending on employment start, vaccination against Seasonal Influenza may be required unless exempt. Other infection control and safety policies may apply. Non-compliance may rescind an offer or result in disciplinary action. Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity
Rutgers is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of protected class and comply with applicable Non-Discrimination statements. For more information, see the Non-Discrimination Statement:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement .
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Rutgers School of Health Professions (SHP) is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant Per diem to work in the Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions Department. 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, with the goal of improving human health. RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and centers focused on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, biotechnology, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. Clinical facilities are located throughout New Jersey, including Rutgers University–New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include RWJUH in New Brunswick and University Hospital in Newark. Rutgers aims to transform lives through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars. Posting Summary
Rutgers SHP is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant Per diem to support faculty in the Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions Department. The Temporary Research Assistant will assist a faculty member in conducting the faculty member's program of original empirical research. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following: Directly responsible for providing research activities support to the faculty mentor. Perform clinical duties or engage in statistical data analysis and data management, or both. Secure informed consent for participant study participation. Conduct data collection. Preparation for entry, computer entry, checking and tracking of data, data analysis under supervision. Provide administrative assistance such as IRB or grant applications. Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Minimum of bachelor’s degree preferred in a mental health related field or data management or statistical background. Assessment, intervention, and/or data management training will be provided. Preferred Qualifications Current enrollment in psychology, psychiatric rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling and social work graduate program preferred. Research experience preferred. Certifications/Licenses – Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Equipment Utilized – Physical Demands and Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment. Moderate noise. 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 and Details
Position Status: Per Diem Working Hours: 19.99 Standard Hours: 40.00 Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description: Hourly Employees Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft Seniority Unit: Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility: PERS Posting Details
Posting Number: 25ST1397 Posting Open Date: 06/25/2025 Regional Campus: RBHS Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS) City: Piscataway State: NJ Location Details: RWJMS Research Tower, 675 Hoes Lane West, Piscataway, NJ 08854 Pre-employment and Compliance
Pre-employment Screenings: All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Under Policy 100.3.1, depending on employment start, vaccination against Seasonal Influenza may be required unless exempt. Other infection control and safety policies may apply. Non-compliance may rescind an offer or result in disciplinary action. Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity
Rutgers is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of protected class and comply with applicable Non-Discrimination statements. For more information, see the Non-Discrimination Statement:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement .
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