Research Support Associate
Rutgers
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USD 45k-55k / year
Posted on Sep 16, 2025
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Research Support Associate |
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| Job Category | Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department | RWJ-Child Health Institute |
| Overview | New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. |
| Posting Summary | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Support Associate for the Child Health Institute of NJ at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the direction of Dr. Morgan Firestein (Principal Investigator) the Research Support Associate (RSA) will assist in multiple aspects of the lab’s research, including study design; participant screening and recruitment; and data collection, management, and analysis. In addition, the research support associate will also have opportunities to develop independent research projects and help organize and participate in outreach activities. The applicant should have a strong background in psychology, neuroscience and/or biology. Applicants must be able to conduct independent experiments and prepare written and oral reports. The RSA is expected to maintain a high level of communication with the PI. The RSA will be responsible for enrolling eligible pregnant individuals into a longitudinal study focused on understanding the role of prenatal extracellular vesicles in shaping brain development and infant behavior. The RSA will screen patients within the RWJMS/RBHS system for eligibility, and when appropriate, will present the study to eligible patients and obtain written informed consent. The RSA will be responsible for managing the conduct of the study through conducting infant and child neurobehavioral assessments, tracking participants’ involvement in the study procedures, maintaining regular contact with the participants, and scheduling participants for remote and in-person study procedures. The RSA will also be responsible for coordinating the timely collection, processing, and storage of biospecimens. The RSA will also be responsible for data entry, data management, and data analysis, which may result in opportunities to present original data at professional research conferences and through published manuscripts. The RSA will participate in lab meetings, research in progress seminars, and manage day-to-day operations of the lab, including the training of new personnel and purchase requests for lab supplies. Qualified candidates should be a recent graduate; bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in psychology or biology. Prior experience with psychology, biology and/or a relevant clinical field is required. As part of their career development to transition to the next phase of their career, the RSA will be trained in improving their experimental design skills and their oral and written presentation skills. Multiple resources for career development to aid with these requirements will be provided by the PI. Among the key duties of this position are the following:
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| FLSA | Nonexempt |
| Grade | 99S |
| Salary Details | Salary range: $45K - $55K based on experience |
| Minimum Salary | 16.00 |
| Mid Range Salary | 20.00 |
| Maximum Salary | 30.00 |
| 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:
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status | Full Time |
| Working Hours (per week) | 40 hours/week |
| Standard Hours | 40.00 |
| Daily Work Shift | Day |
| Work Arrangement | This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Union Description | Short-Term Assignments |
| Payroll Designation | PeopleSoft |
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| Terms of Appointment | Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month |
| Position Pension Eligibility | None |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number | 25ST1742 |
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| Regional Campus | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) |
| Home Location Campus | College Ave (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City | New Brunswick |
| State | NJ |
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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.
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