Research Scientist II

Position Details

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 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, the State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Scientist II for the Rutgers Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies, located in New Brunswick, NJ. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator of the Center for Rapid Surveillance of Tobacco (CRST), this position will assist in the design and conduct of specialized tobacco research, using judgment to adapt methods and techniques. The Research Scientist II is responsible for managing research studies, including design, analysis, and reporting. This position will provide high-level administrative and research support, which meets high-quality standards, taking a leadership role in program oversight, planning, and development, and coordinating tasks among research personnel and assuring progress toward deliverables. The position may oversee the work of student research assistants

Duties include:

• Serves as Project lead of the Tobacco Industry Marketing program under the direction of the Faculty Lead for the Tobacco Industry Marketing (TIM) program, including dissemination products (papers, presentations and public alerts)
• Oversees archive management and image processing for various TIM program dissemination channels.
• Provides training and supervision of research assistants assigned to TIM program projects to facilitate quality control of data coding as well as dissemination products
• Conducts routine surveillance of advertising materials across various platforms (social media, MediaRadar, Mintel).
• Serves as Project Lead or senior research staff on tobacco and nicotine-related research studies, supporting the CRST PI with the design, development, and implementation of research protocols, followed by appropriate reports, recommendations and conclusions

FLSA Exempt Grade 30S Salary Details minimum $88,681 Minimum Salary 88681.000 Mid Range Salary 106877.000 Maximum Salary 127237.000 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 37.50 Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position may be eligible for a hybrid 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 Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master's Degree in related science, plus three (3) years of demonstrated experience in tobacco control research required.
• A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of experience indicated above.
• 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 26ST1120 Posting Open Date 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

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Master's Degree in related science, plus three (3) years of demonstrated experience in tobacco control research?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a Doctorate degree in a related field with one (1) year of demonstrated experience in tobacco control research?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a publication track record in tobacco control?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application