Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Assistant to join the Center for Effective School Practices (CESP). CESP is strongly committed to connecting a broad range of education stakeholders with the best available research evidence to inform sound education policy and practice decisions needed to support the delivery of quality education to all students while closing persistent achievement gaps. Funded by the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and State and Federal Departments of Education, CESP develops and executes innovative and impactful projects on educational initiatives, serving as internal and external evaluators on large-scale research projects.

This position supports the Center’s research agenda by contributing to a variety of critical projects and initiatives, including conducting literature reviews, managing research protocols, supporting grant-funded activities, and producing high-quality written materials to advance educational innovation. The Research Assistant will play an integral role in ensuring the Center’s research and outputs meet the highest standards of academic rigor and practical impact.

Among the key duties of this position are 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: