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Research Project Coordinator II

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Feb 13, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Project Coordinator II
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Institute for Health, Health C
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is distinguished in its many efforts to advance health and wellness, and its broad reach, diversity, and expertise provides opportunities to address a wide array of health challenges. The Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research ( IFH) facilitates collaboration among the social and behavioral sciences, clinical disciplines, basic sciences and related fields to promote research on critical population health issues. Tobias Gerhard serves as the director of IFHand brings together scholars across and beyond Rutgers into a vibrant interdisciplinary network that advances high quality research in core areas: * Behavioral Health * Health Economics * Social and Cultural Determinants of Health * Pharmacoepidemiology * Violence Prevention * Health Disparities * Aging Research * State Health Policy * Health Services Research
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Project Coordinator II for the Department of Psychiatry within the Institute for Health, Health Care Policy, and Aging Research. This position is also affiliated with the Krieger Klein Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, a hub for interdisciplinary research on Alzheimer's disease and related cognitive disorders. The successful candidate will join a vibrant team conducting cutting-edge studies on aging and cognitive health. The Research Project Coordinator II will work directly with Dr. Luciana Mascarenhas Fonseca, Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Rutgers University, within the Institute for Health, Health Care Policy, and Aging Research and the Krieger Klein Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. The successful candidate will play a key role on ongoing and developing research investigating the interplay between longitudinal cognitive outcomes and Alzheimer's disease in adults with Down syndrome. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Participates in the lab meetings. Conducts research with human participants. Maintains study records. Updates databases. Attends trainings. Collaborates on manuscripts.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	04
Salary Details	Maximum is $75,000/year.
Minimum Salary	59893.480
Mid Range Salary	73909.480
Maximum Salary	87925.480
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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: 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 (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
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	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Public Health or related field and a minimum of 2 years of experience.
Certifications/Licenses	A valid driver's license would be required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interest and enthusiasm in helping achieve successful implementation of research and contributing to cutting-edge science. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability and motivation to interact sensitively and respectfully with individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Experience with MS Office suite and other standard office software. Commitment to cultural competence, diversity and inclusion in research participation and interactions. Experience with Web conferencing programs such as Zoom. Experience with collaborative documents and programs such as GoogleDocs.
Preferred Qualifications	Master's degree. Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. Experience with electronic data capture such as RedCap and basic statistical software. Knowledge of Spanish and/or Portuguese. Experience with cognitive assessments. 2-3 years of experience working with human research or other direct work with patients.
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Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions	Flexibility to travel occasionally to participant's home, or community centers if required. Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST0209
Posting Open Date	02/13/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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