Position Details
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- Provides critical program coordination assistance, research and technical support, economic analysis capability, and project support skills to the Center.
- Engages in the execution and coordination of research projects and provide technical knowledge in the areas of economics and economic impact assessment, planning, business case development, and data visualization.
- Supports day\-to\-day operations of the Center and act as a representative during special events, meetings, and other interactions with CAIT clients.
- Supports CAIT’s research portfolio under the guidance of the Center’s Program Development Specialist.
- Generates economic analyses to quantify project impacts.
- Works closely with Principal Investigators on collaborative research.
- Supports CAIT staff in managing key clients and programs.
- 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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
- Bachelor’s degree in the field of Economics or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.
- Excellent data analytics and data visualization skills.
- Familiarity with project coordination software.
- Good communication skills and computer literacy.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally and effectively with external clients, Rutgers University staff, and Principal Investigators in a research environment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams is preferred.
- Ability to excel with written and oral communications, including researching, writing, editing, proofreading, and presenting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat
- Familiarity/working knowledge of graphic applications such as CANVA and others.
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Research Project Assistant
Job Category URA\-AFT Administrative
Department Engn\- Ctr Adv Infrastructure
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 a Research Project Assistant for the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation within the School of Engineering.
The Rutgers University Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) tackles some of the country’s most pressing infrastructure challenges, especially those that are endemic in high\-volume multimodal corridors like the Northeast. The bulk of our efforts fall within several broad areas: assessing and monitoring the health of bridges, roads, and pipelines; creating and implementing revolutionary technologies, materials, and tools; formulating strategies to prolong the service life of infrastructure; and training the current and future workforce. Since 1998, CAIT has been a University Transportation Center (UTC)—a group of academic research institutions sanctioned and supported by the U.S. Department of Transportation. It was named the Region 2 UTC in 2018, and since 2023 has been a member of the National Center for Infrastructure Transformation.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 03
Salary Details 50065
Minimum Salary 50065\.00
Mid Range Salary 62252\.00
Maximum Salary 74438\.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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits\-overview.
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours (per week) 37\.5
Standard Hours 37\.50
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 URA\-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff \- 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number 25ST1392
Posting Open Date 06/25/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University\-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU\-New Brunswick)
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.