Senior Research Associate; Research Practice Partnerships

Position: Senior Research Associate (Research Practice Partnerships)
Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Research Associate (Research Practice Partnerships) Posting Number 26TM0093 Department Cornwall Center Metro Studies Overview

Since it was established in 2000, the Joseph

C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies has been a signature component of Rutgers University-Newark's commitment to be an anchor institution for the metropolitan area. Cornwall's specific role is bringing the campus's intellectual talent and other resources to bear on the challenges of revitalizing Newark and similar communities in the region and state. To this end, the Center sponsors research projects, publications, conferences, symposia, seminars, workshops, public forums, and incubates projects translating research into effective practice.

In all its work, Cornwall is especially concerned with supporting the most vulnerable urban populations.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Senior Research Associate. The Joseph

C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies, Rutgers University-Newark, seeks to hire a Senior Research Associate (Research Practice Partnership Focused). The Joseph

C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies uses basic and applied research to support the revitalization of New Jersey's urban areas. Reporting to the Associate Director of the Cornwall Center, the Associate will have a dual role - leading mixed-methods research and evaluation studies and leading efforts for mutual learning among researchers, practitioners, advocates, community organizers, and policymakers. The associate will conduct research in the context of research practice partnerships, learning hubs, and coalitions, and will play a lead role in coordinating efforts for collective learning.

Through this work, the Associate will advance the Center and the University's goal to produce socially impactful research and be an effective partner and anchor institution.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

* Conduct research, often in partnership with stakeholder groups, of education and urban quality of life issues.

* Produce peer-reviewed publications and public reports.

* Lead the coordination of statewide and local research and practice learning hubs.

* Organize conferences, workshops, public forums, outreach activities and virtual events.

* Regularly present research to various audiences.

* Assist with maintaining the Center's website to support research visibility and access.

* Assist with securing funding for research and outreach activities.

* Work as a publicly engaged scholar comfortable with mixed methods and capable of designing and leading qualitative projects and contributing to quantitative projects.

FLSA Exempt Salary Details $75,000 - $90,000 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 40 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are…