Since it was established in 2000, the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies has been a signature component of Rutgers University-Newark’s commitment to be an anchor institution for the metropolitan area. Cornwall’s specific role is bringing the campus’s intellectual talent and other resources to bear on the challenges of revitalizing Newark and similar communities in the region and state. To this end, the Center sponsors research projects, publications, conferences, symposia, seminars, workshops, public forums, and incubates projects translating research into effective practice. In all its work, Cornwall is especially concerned with supporting the most vulnerable urban populations.

Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Senior Research Associate. The Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies, Rutgers University-Newark, seeks to hire a Senior Research Associate (Research Practice Partnership Focused). The Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies uses basic and applied research to support the revitalization of New Jersey’s urban areas. Reporting to the Associate Director of the Cornwall Center, the Associate will have a dual role – leading mixed-methods research and evaluation studies and leading efforts for mutual learning among researchers, practitioners, advocates, community organizers, and policymakers. The associate will conduct research in the context of research practice partnerships, learning hubs, and coalitions, and will play a lead role in coordinating efforts for collective learning. Through this work, the Associate will advance the Center and the University’s goal to produce socially impactful research and be an effective partner and anchor institution.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

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.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.