Recruitment/Posting Title Research Project Assistant Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department SASN - Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) Overview Our brains determine who we are; how we see, hear, and smell, how we move, touch, and talk, how we remember and forget, how we feel, expect, and plan. The mission of the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN) of School of Arts & Sciences, Newark (SASN) is to advance understanding of the brain’s structure and function through excellence in neuroscience research and training.Our researchers pursue this goal through an integrative approach that cuts across the boundaries of traditional disciplines. They combine molecular, electrophysiological, neurochemical, anatomical, imaging, behavioral, and neuropsychological methods to analyze how the brain works, develops, interacts with the environment, and is modified by experience in health and disease. CMBN is also committed to serving the academic and surrounding Newark communities through educational outreach, community service, and research internship programs that train undergraduate and high school students. Posting Summary 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 Research Project Assistant. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, this Research Project Assistant provides day-to-day research support.

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

Recruits, screens, and assesses subject performance. Administers neuropsychological test to human subjects. Updates and maintains research database and subject files. Under the guidance of the PI and postdoctoral researchers, analyzes data collected and submits reports. Assists with enforcing safety and ensuring a clean and organized environment for the administration of testing procedures. Assists with IRB applications and the preparation of other laboratory documents. Leads the work of student works and/or part-time staff.

This position is dependent on adequate external funding. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 03 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 50065.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 62252.00 Annual Maximum Salary 74438.00 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