Temporary Research Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support lab research activities within the Amaro Research Lab under the direction of the Principal Investigator
• Conduct qualitative data analyses and assist with recruitment, data collection, and data management
• Engage in research projects involving web-based interventions, Community Advisory Boards, and mixed-methods approaches (surveys and qualitative interviews)
• Perform systematic and scoping reviews related to psychosocial interventions
• Assist in drafting written reports for inclusion in manuscripts and grant proposals

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, or other life/medical science related fields
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, public health, or other life/medical science related fields
• At least one year of experience in behavioral science research

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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage and employee discount programs

About the Company

Rutgers University is a leading research institution dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and improving community health. The Amaro Research Lab, part of the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology department at the Rutgers Cancer Institute, focuses on improving psychosocial outcomes for youth and families impacted by pediatric cancer and sickle cell disease.