Research Assistant (Multiple Hires)
Research Assistant (Multiple Hires)
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11-07-2025
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Rutgers University-Newark an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark New Jersey a city of promise is seeking a Research Assistant (Temporary) for the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies which will report to the Sr. Program Manager. The Research Assistant (Temporary) will support the Centers research projects and initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented responsive critical thinker with experience conducting research in and studying the social sciences (for example sociology social or cultural psychology social work economics education studies political science or an interdisciplinary field). This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Qualitative and quantitative data collection (e.g. ethnographic fieldwork interviews surveys) and analysis. Requires close proofreading editing and preparation of grant applications manuscripts presentations protocols and reports. Marketing the Centers projects programming (e.g. flyer newsletter and report design; email and phone correspondence; general promotion etc.). Organizing public events around research projects including booking space speaker coordination logistics. Other duties as assigned For more information please visit/: it was established in 2000 the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies has been a signature component of Rutgers University-Newarks commitment to be an anchor institution for the metropolitan area. Cornwalls specific role is bringing the campuss intellectual talent and other resources to bear on the challenges of revitalizing Newark and similar communities in the region and state. To this end the Center sponsors research projects publications conferences symposia seminars workshops public forums and incubates projects translating research into effective practice. In all its work Cornwall is especially concerned with supporting the most vulnerable urban populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous research assistant experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience Experience conducting qualitative research including conducting interviews coding and/or document review Experience analyzing quantitative data and developing charts graphs and other visualizations Both the capacity and willingness to learn new software work routines and research methods Ability to work independently and accurately without direct supervision Strong writing and editing skills Responsiveness; unless previous arrangements have been made the RA should be willing to respond to emails within 24 hours Masters degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Rutgers University-Newark an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark New Jersey a city of promise is seeking a Research Assistant (Temporary) for the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies which will report to the Sr. Program Manager. The Research Assistant (Temporary) will support the Centers research projects and initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented responsive critical thinker with experience conducting research in and studying the social sciences (for example sociology social or cultural psychology social work economics education studies political science or an interdisciplinary field). This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Qualitative and quantitative data collection (e.g. ethnographic fieldwork interviews surveys) and analysis. Requires close proofreading editing and preparation of grant applications manuscripts presentations protocols and reports. Marketing the Centers projects programming (e.g. flyer newsletter and report design; email and phone correspondence; general promotion etc.). Organizing public events around research projects including booking space speaker coordination logistics. Other duties as assigned For more information please visit/: it was established in 2000 the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies has been a signature component of Rutgers University-Newarks commitment to be an anchor institution for the metropolitan area. Cornwalls specific role is bringing the campuss intellectual talent and other resources to bear on the challenges of revitalizing Newark and similar communities in the region and state. To this end the Center sponsors research projects publications conferences symposia seminars workshops public forums and incubates projects translating research into effective practice. In all its work Cornwall is especially concerned with supporting the most vulnerable urban populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous research assistant experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience Experience conducting qualitative research including conducting interviews coding and/or document review Experience analyzing quantitative data and developing charts graphs and other visualizations Both the capacity and willingness to learn new software work routines and research methods Ability to work independently and accurately without direct supervision Strong writing and editing skills Responsiveness; unless previous arrangements have been made the RA should be willing to respond to emails within 24 hours Masters degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
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