Research Project Assistant
Research Project Assistant
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Job Description
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 countrys 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: 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 CAITs research portfolio under the guidance of the Centers 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.
Overview
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is a leading national research university and the State of New Jerseys 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 Americas Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publications 2023 list. Rutgers commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe diverse and respectful workplace environment creating employment opportunities for our nations military veterans and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
