Recruitment/Posting Title Information Specialist Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department Research Data & Analytics Overview 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. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Information Specialist for the Research Data & Analytics Department within the Office for Research (OFR). This position is responsible for managing, organizing, analyzing, and distributing information/data within an organization.

The Office for Research’s (OFR) mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services and tools and partnering with faculty.

Among the key duties of this position are the following: Analyzes research data generated by OFR departments, identifying inconsistencies and offering suggestions on how to prevent them, all with the goal of ensuring data integrity. Supports the department in its efforts to utilize data to tell stories and make data-informed decisions. Works with OFR units to develop data visualizations, dashboards and reports and assist with the interpretation of data trends and outliers. Engages with internal and external stakeholders requesting custom reports, utilizing both analytical and communications skills to handle such requests professionally. Works under general supervision of the Director, demonstrating a good understanding and application of OFR data policies and procedures. Collects, analyzes and organizes information from various sources. Maintains databases, records, and information systems. Responds to inquiries and providing information to internal and external stakeholders. Ensures data accuracy, security, and compliance with organizational policies. Creates reports, summaries, and presentations based on data analysis, visualization. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 05 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 65741.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 81857.00 Annual Maximum Salary 97972.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description URA-AFT Administrative Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP