Research Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor the implementation of daily survey studies, including tracking responses and collaborating with community-based organizations (CBOs).
• Oversee the implementation of annual surveys within Black youth communities.
• Partner with CBO staff to achieve recruitment and data collection goals.
• Conduct quantitative analyses of weekly survey distribution data.
• Analyze participant response trends to ensure recruitment and retention milestones are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 3+ years of scientific research experience, OR a Master's degree in a related field with 2+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in project management and human subjects research.
• Proficiency in statistical computing programs such as SAS, R, or SPSS.
• Proficiency with MS Office software.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to various research sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• CITI Human Subjects Research Certification.
• Experience with Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols.
• Experience with electronic data collection platforms, such as Qualtrics.
• Background in operations and applied analysis.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits.
• Life insurance coverage and employee discount programs.

About the Company

The Rutgers School of Public Health is part of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), an integrated academic health center dedicated to improving human health through education, clinical care, and research. Located in Newark, NJ, our department focuses on urban and global public health, conducting vital NIH-funded research to support health and wellness among sexual and gender minorities and communities of color.