Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Temporary Research Assistant (2) Vacancies |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
SHP-Health Informatics |
| 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 five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, 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-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's 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 School of Health Professions (
SHP) is seeking Temporary Research Assistants to work in their Health Informatics department.
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Temporary Research Assistant(s) will assist with ongoing projects in the Kachroo translational data analytics lab. The Temporary Research Assistant(s) will assist in routine data quality assessments, application of machine learning and artificial intelligence methods, data management tasks, manuscript development, grant proposal assistance and other relevant scientific activities like assisting in statistical analysis and data coding, presentation and manuscripts preparation, etc. The Temporary Research Assistant(s) will also work with real-time electronic health record data, developing computational methods to integrate genomic, multi-omic, and environmental factors affecting lung health outcomes. Regular communication with Dr. Kachroo and related team members on assigned projects is expected. Research activities may also include but are not limited to basic analysis of quantitative and qualitative data with guidance of PI and related faculty.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Assists with data cleaning, data analysis, and data interpretation using machine learning methods. Will work with real time electronic health record data and computational method and pipeline development for integrating genomic, multiomic and environmental factors contributing to lung health outcomes and related conditions.
- Assists with eIRB initiation, if applicable.
- Assists with grant proposals and support grant-related research activities.
- Assists with presentation and manuscripts preparation and dissemination of code for resource sharing and reproducibility.
- Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
99H |
| Salary Details |
$18 per hour |
| Minimum Salary |
15.49 |
| Mid Range Salary |
75.00 |
| Maximum Salary |
150.00 |
| 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 |
Part Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
32 |
| Standard Hours |
35.00 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. |
| Union Description |
Hourly Employees |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
None |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Master's in Data Science, Health Informatics or related field, required.
- Knowledge of Bioinformatics and computational analysis is required.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Proficiency in and knowledge of multiple statistical software packages preferred, such as SPSS, SAS, R, Python, NLP etc.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
PHYSICAL
DEMANDS:
- Standing, sitting, walking.
WORK
ENVIRONMENT:
- This position is primarily in Health Informatics, Piscataway campus with some remote work flexibility.
- Access to a workstation, 2 CPU nodes personal to the lab, standard computer and internet access to perform the duties will be available.
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| Special Conditions |
- This position is a temporary appointment, expected to run from August 2025 through January 2026
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST1494 |
| Posting Open Date |
07/09/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus |
Piscataway (RBHS) |
| City |
Piscataway |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
RWJMS Research Tower
675 Hoes Lane West
Piscataway, NJ 08854 |
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 |
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Jul 10, 2025