Temporary Research Assistant
Rutgers University
Recruitment/Posting Title Temporary Research Assistant Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department CINJ-Pediatric Population Sci 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 Cultivating Diversity: making conscientious efforts in all we do to ensure that our leadership, scientists, clinicians, supporting staff, and trainees reflect the rich diversity of the state of New Jersey and the patient populations and communities we serve 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 Temporary Research Assistant within the Amaro Research Lab at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, Dr. Christina Amaro, the Temporary Research Assistant will support lab research activities. Broadly, the Amaro Research Lab aims to improve psychosocial outcomes for youth and families, including siblings, impacted by pediatric cancer and sickle cell disease. The current research projects pertain to areas such as the following:
Building and testing a web-based single-session intervention (SSI) for adolescent siblings of youth with cancer. Engaging with youth and parents through a Community Advisory Board. Using mixed methods, such as surveys and qualitative interviews. Conducting systematic and scoping reviews related to psychosocial interventions to support wellbeing in youth and families.
The Temporary Research Assistant will engage in various research activities, including collecting, managing, and analyzing data. The Temporary Research Assistant may also perform other research tasks as directed, including drafting written reports for inclusion in manuscripts and grant proposals.
Among the key duties for this position are the following:
Works under direction of the Principal Investigator. Conducts qualitative data analyses under supervision of the Principal Investigator. Assists in recruitment, date collection, and data management. Possesses effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to publish scientific research papers and articles. Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands, demonstrates and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute core values. Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 00.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 0.00 Annual Maximum Salary 0.00 Standard Hours 35.00 Union Description Hourly Employees Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility None
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 Cultivating Diversity: making conscientious efforts in all we do to ensure that our leadership, scientists, clinicians, supporting staff, and trainees reflect the rich diversity of the state of New Jersey and the patient populations and communities we serve 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 Temporary Research Assistant within the Amaro Research Lab at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, Dr. Christina Amaro, the Temporary Research Assistant will support lab research activities. Broadly, the Amaro Research Lab aims to improve psychosocial outcomes for youth and families, including siblings, impacted by pediatric cancer and sickle cell disease. The current research projects pertain to areas such as the following:
Building and testing a web-based single-session intervention (SSI) for adolescent siblings of youth with cancer. Engaging with youth and parents through a Community Advisory Board. Using mixed methods, such as surveys and qualitative interviews. Conducting systematic and scoping reviews related to psychosocial interventions to support wellbeing in youth and families.
The Temporary Research Assistant will engage in various research activities, including collecting, managing, and analyzing data. The Temporary Research Assistant may also perform other research tasks as directed, including drafting written reports for inclusion in manuscripts and grant proposals.
Among the key duties for this position are the following:
Works under direction of the Principal Investigator. Conducts qualitative data analyses under supervision of the Principal Investigator. Assists in recruitment, date collection, and data management. Possesses effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to publish scientific research papers and articles. Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands, demonstrates and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute core values. Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 00.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 0.00 Annual Maximum Salary 0.00 Standard Hours 35.00 Union Description Hourly Employees Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility None
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