Senior Research Specialist

Senior Research Specialist

Recruitment/Posting Title
- Senior Research Specialist

Job Category
- Staff & Executive
- Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department
- Institute for Health, Health C

Overview
- Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary
- Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Research Specialist for the Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research. This role supports quantitative research, training, and infrastructure development for the Geospatial Data Hub housed within the Rutgers Center for Climate, Health and Healthcare.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:
Serves as an experienced research professional who combines high-level geospatial analytical expertise with independent project leadership responsibilities. Supports Rutgers Health staff, students and faculty develop high impact projects to study environmental exposures, extreme weather events, and healthcare sustainability in New Jersey and beyond. Contributes to study design, data management and analysis, dissemination of research findings, and coordination of project activities, while exercising independent judgment within established research objectives.

FLSA
- Exempt

Grade - 06

Salary Details

Minimum Salary -

Mid Range Salary -

Maximum Salary -

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, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the Flex Work@RU Application System.

Union Description
- Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation
- People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
- Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a related scientific, public health, social science, or data-centric field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. A minimum of five years of progressively responsible relevant professional research experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated experience with data…