Temporary Research Assistant - per diem Rutgers University 15.92-150.00 life insurance, employee discount United States, Jersey, Piscataway Sep 25, 2026

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Temporary Research Assistant - per diem

Job Category Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department University Behavioral Health

Overview Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care ( UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In

FY2016, UBHC

treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of Jersey is seeking a per diem Temporary Research Assistant for the Research, Addiction and Decision Neuroscience Lab within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the per diem Temporary Research Assistant is to assist with patient recruitment, assessments and daily management of study data for a study. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Assists with patient recruitment, assessments and daily management of study data.

Assists with scoring and data entry of assessments.

Assists with online cognitive testing.

Assists with preliminary data analyses.

Assists with experimentation and research activities.

Prepares reports, documents and databases. FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 99H

Salary Details Minimum Salary 15.92

Mid Range Salary 75.00

Maximum Salary 150.00

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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options

Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs Position Status Part Time

Working Hours per diem, weekday, up to approximately 20 hours per week

Standard Hours 35.00

Daily Work Shift Day

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. Union Description Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility None

Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Completed or currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong organizational skills and flexibility with project assignments. Preferred Qualifications Computer literacy desirable. Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment. Moderate noise. Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 26ST1847

Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City Piscataway

State NJ

Location Details 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement