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Research Teaching Specialist IV

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

May 08, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Teaching Specialist IV
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	CINJ - Pediatric Population Sc
Overview	RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES: VISION: Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. MISSION: Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. CORE VALUES: Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist IV within the Pediatric Population Science Department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, the purpose of the Research Teaching Specialist ( RTS) IV position is to engage in research lab activities. The RTS IV will be involved in highly specialized and technical research within the lab, such as recruiting participants, conducting qualitative interviews and data collection, maintaining databases, analyzing data, and supporting dissemination of research findings through conference presentations and manuscripts. Individuals interested in pursuing a career in psychology, public health, biomedical sciences, or a related field are encouraged to apply. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Participates in all aspects of research and ensures compliance with study protocols. Monitors progress of projects. Reports to the Principal Investigator on project progress, problems, and the need for adjustments. Supports recruitment, screening, enrollment, and consenting of participants for studies per project timelines. Ensures participant completion of study activities per protocol. Maintains study recruitment, accrual, and participation documents. Creates surveys using survey software programs as directed. Abstracts information from medical records per protocol, maintaining confidentiality of data. As directed, engages in data collection, including conducting semi-structured qualitative interviews and administering surveys per study protocol. Responsible for study data entry, data management, preliminary data screening, and data cleaning throughout the project. As directed, provides support in other data processing and analysis. Prepares reports containing findings, analysis, conclusion and recommendations (i.e., grants, summaries, etc.), as requested. Assists with progress reports, administrative, regulatory, and study accrual/progress updates for all assigned studies. Prepares materials for IRB submissions and renewals.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	19S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	54196.000
Mid Range Salary	64635.000
Maximum Salary	76450.000
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
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Master's degree in a relevant science or related field (e.g., Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, Health Education), or a Bachelor's degree plus one (1) year of related research experience required.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Strong oral and written communication skills, required. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities and deadlines. Computer literacy with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Ability to enhance recruitment and data collection efforts given participants' busy schedules, research activities which may require flexible (i.e., evening or weekend) activities on occasion per project demands. Any changes to the work schedule will be discussed with the PIs in advance.
Preferred Qualifications	Behavioral Science research experience is preferred. Skills with survey building software such as REDCap and Qualtrics as well as qualitative software programs such as NVivo or Dedoose, preferred. Written and oral proficiency in Spanish is preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions	This position requires on-site work in New Brunswick, NJ. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to campus.

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST0994
Posting Open Date	05/08/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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