Associate Research Scientist
Rutgers
USD 90k-90k / year
Posted on Feb 26, 2026
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Associate Research Scientist |
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| Posting Number | 26TM0071 |
| Department | Institute for Health, Health C |
| Overview | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is distinguished in its many efforts to advance health and wellness, and its broad reach, diversity, and expertise provides opportunities to address a wide array of health challenges. The Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research (IFH) facilitates collaboration among the social and behavioral sciences, clinical disciplines, basic sciences and related fields to promote research on critical population health issues. Tobias Gerhard serves as the director of IFHand brings together scholars across and beyond Rutgers into a vibrant interdisciplinary network that advances high quality research in core areas:
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| Posting Summary | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Associate Research Scientist for the Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research. The Associate Research Scientist independently leads defined neuroimaging research portfolios within the Willette Lab. This position is responsible for end-to-end execution of secondary data research across large-scale biomedical cohorts, including analytic strategy development, data harmonization, statistical modeling, interpretation of findings, and preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts and scientific presentations (i.e., posters/talks). The Associate Research Scientist reports directly to the Principal Investigator and is accountable for project timelines, scientific deliverables, and quality assurance within assigned research initiatives. The role provides functional leadership and technical direction to research assistants, student trainees, and volunteer staff to ensure methodological rigor and timely completion of research objectives. Among the key duties of this position are the following:
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| FLSA | Exempt |
| Salary Details | $90,000 |
| 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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
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| Position Status | Full Time |
| Working Hours | 40 |
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| 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. |
| Payroll Designation | PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment | Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month |
Qualifications
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date | 02/25/2026 |
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| Posting Close Date | 03/05/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
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| Regional Campus | Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus | Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City | New Brunswick |
| State | NJ |
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Pre-employment Screenings
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Immunization Requirements
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