Research Project Coordinator II

Research Project Coordinator II

Location: New Brunswick United States

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Project Coordinator II Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department BSPPP - Survey Research Center Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Project Coordinator II for the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. The position supports one or more project managers/principal investigators by assisting with coordinating assigned programs/projects within the Survey and Evaluation Research Unit of the BCSR. Primary project responsibilities are on research and evaluation surveys, where this position is responsible for handling all phases of data collection.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Conducts onsite survey administration, programs and tests online surveys, phone follow-up on various statewide studies, oversees project mailings, respondent tracking, and advanced database creation and management.
• Assists with the preparation of project reports, memoranda, and other work products.
• Works closely with the part-time staff on all data collection operations related to the projects.
• Trains and provides support to the part-time staff throughout the completion of all tasks.
• Performs professional work that meets high standards of quality.
• This position is grant-funded and contingent upon available funding.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 04 Salary Details Minimum Salary 59893.480 Mid Range Salary 73909.480 Maximum Salary 87925.480 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• 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
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status Full Time Working Hours (per week) Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• A bachelor's degree preferably in Psychology, Education, Sociology, Social Work or a related field, plus a minimum of two years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of project coordination, organization, facilitation, report preparation and analysis, writing and outreach.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates that are bi-lingual (English and Spanish) are preferred.
• Demonstrated attention to detail in prior social science research studies is preferred.
• Experience with online survey programming is highly preferred.

Equipment Utilized

• The person in the position must be proficient using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Access); statistical analysis software (SPSS, SAS, Stata, R, etc.); Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, InDesign); and qualitative data analysis software (NVivo, Dedoose, MaxWDA, etc.).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Requires organizing and moving boxes of supplies and surveys into allocated storage areas throughout the office on various projects.
• Boxes may weigh up to 40lbs.
• Moving and setting up tables and chairs for group meetings.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 25ST1292 Posting Open Date 06/23/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick 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 candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. 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 (*).

• • Do you have a bachelor's degree preferably in Psychology, Education, Sociology, Social Work or a related field, plus a minimum of two years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of project coordination, organization, facilitation, report preparation and analysis, writing and outreach?

• Yes

• No

• • Describe your Microsoft Excel skills?

• Beginners

• Intermediate

• Expert

• • Do you have experience in statistical analysis software such as SPSS, SAS or R?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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

Optional Documents