Research Teaching Specialist III

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Teaching Specialist III Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department CINJ - EPI & Health Outcome 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 III within Cancer Epidemiology and Health Outcomes/Population Science at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.

The Research Teaching Specialist III conducts and coordinates all aspects of data management and programming in epidemiologic research. The Research Teaching Specialist III may be responsible for the management of a small-sized research program. The primary responsibility is to provide data management and programming support to fulfill the needs of faculty conducting cancer epidemiology and health services research.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• As assigned, performs data cleaning, management, and programming (e.g., R, SAS) to support research activities.
• Supports components of epidemiologic research studies as assigned by the Principal Investigator, conducting epidemiological and related research, and communicates with primary data collection staff to resolve discrepancies in recorded data.
• Assists in organizing and conducting specialized research activities for a particular research project.
• May assist senior staff in supporting students, fellows, and research staff in data analysis and relevant research projects as assigned by the Principal Investigators.
• May assist with the coordination and evaluation of non-professional staff training.
• Conducts data processing and statistical analyses (e.g., regression, survival analysis).
• Develops and maintains databases, analysis code, and data dictionaries for research projects; ensures reproducible workflows.
• Conducts analyses and prepares tables and figures to assist in the preparation of presentations, lectures, manuscripts, and grant applications for the funding of research activities.
• Attends and contributes to study team meetings to provide updates on data-related tasks and flag issues with ongoing data collection or analysis.

FLSA Exempt Grade 22S Salary Details Minimum Salary 61512.000 Mid Range Salary 73603.000 Maximum Salary 87239.000 Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidates 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 universitys 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

• Masters Degree in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, data science, or a related quantitative science plus one (1) year of related research experience, or a Bachelors Degree in a relevant science plus two (2) years of related research experience is required.
• Relevant experience includes conducting or being involved in data management and analysis using statistical software (SAS, R) in epidemiologic/population science-related projects.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge in biostatistics and epidemiology and in programming in the above statistical software is required.
• Effective oral and communication skills.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with large-scale datasets (e.g., genomic, clinical, or environmental exposure data) and/or familiarity with regression modeling, survival analysis, or high-dimensional data analysis is preferred.
• Exposure to genetic epidemiology methods (e.g., GWAS) or environmental exposure modeling and/or experience with data visualization and reproducible workflows 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

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1041 Posting Open Date 05/14/2026 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

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidates offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Master's Degree in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, data science, or a related quantitative science plus one (1) year of related research experience, or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science plus two (2) years of related research experience?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)