Student Assistant

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

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.

Rutgers Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies ( INTS ) located in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a highly motivated part-time Student Assistant to work with Dr. Jessie Jensen. This position will assist with coding of local flavored cigar policies.

Duties include:

• Conducting content analyses (i.e., coding) of flavored cigar policies.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to content analysis

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 99H

Salary Details

Salary Details $20 - $25/hour

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 15.92

Mid Range Salary

Mid Range Salary 75.00

Maximum Salary

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.

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 Part Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 10

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 20.00

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

Union Description

Union Description Student Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be a current Rutgers University student.
• Strong problem solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Posting Number 26ST1699

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

D Downtown New Brunswick

NJ

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