About the role#
Rutgers University is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to join the Department of Medicine - Infectious Disease at the New Jersey Medical School. This part-time role focuses on data management and programming to support clinical, laboratory, and demographic research activities. You will work alongside investigators, statisticians, and study coordinators to maintain data integrity and support scientific development.
What you'll do#
- Perform routine data management and programming tasks using SAS.
- Develop SAS scripts for quality assurance and control.
- Create and maintain interactive dashboards using Tableau.
- Manage data transmitted from international research sites.
- Design and set up case report forms for clinical, translational, and basic science protocols.
- Create ad hoc databases for analysis.
- Develop standard operating procedures, training manuals, and materials for data collection in clinics, laboratories, and the field.
- Assist with manuscript development and research proposals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program, or completion of a high school or undergraduate degree.
- Proficiency in SAS or R programming.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Preferred: Knowledge of biostatistics, epidemiology, and clinical research data management.
- Preferred: Experience with software such as FreezerPro, Tableau, or REDCap.
Location & details#
- Location: Newark, New Jersey.
- Work Modality: This position requires an on-site presence.
- Term: Rolling appointment.
- Compensation: This is a paid, part-time position.
About Rutgers University
Rutgers University is a public research university based in New Jersey. It operates across three primary locations in New Brunswick, Camden, and Newark. The institution focuses on education, healthcare, and research initiatives. It employs over 18,000 people and serves as a large academic organization in the New York and New Jersey region.
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