Research Scientist II

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

Department

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 is seeking a Research Scientist II for the Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies ( INTS ), located in New Brunswick, NJ. Under the direction of INTS Faculty/Principal Investigator, this position will assist in the design and conduct of specialized tobacco research, using judgement to adapt methods and techniques. The Research Scientist II is responsible for managing research studies, including design, analysis, and reporting.

The position may oversee the work of student research assistants.

Duties include:

• Serves as Project Lead or senior research staff on tobacco and nicotine-related research studies, including supporting thedesign, development, and implementation of research protocols, followed by appropriate reports, recommendations andconclusions.
• Independently conducts advanced quantitative and qualitative data analyses using large, complex datasets related to tobaccouse, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and appropriate interpretation of findings.
• Coordinates and oversees data management activities, including development and implementation of data quality assurance and control procedures to ensure integrity and reliability of study data, including large-scale commercial sales and marketsurveillance datasets.
• Contributes to the development of grant applications.
• Generates, interprets, and presents statistical findings, translating complex data into clear reports, presentations, and actionable recommendations for scientific, clinical, and public health audiences.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 30S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary

Mid Range Salary

Maximum 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.

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

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 37.50

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Union Description

Union Description HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master’s Degree in related science required. Three (3) years of demonstrated experience in tobacco control research.
• A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of experience indicatedabove.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A publication track record in tobacco control is strongly preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST1580

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick

City

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Research Scientist II Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department Nicotine & Tobacco Institute Overview The Rutgers Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies (formerly Rutgers Center for Tobacco Studies) is undergoing dynamic and…