Research Associate II (Epidemiology & Health Outcomes)

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jul 02, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Associate II (Epidemiology & Health Outcomes)
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	CINJ-EPI & Hlth Outcome
Overview	RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES: VISION: Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. MISSION: Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. CORE VALUES: Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Associate II within the Rutgers Cancer Institute-Epidemiology and Health Outcomes Department. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate II will conduct advanced epidemiologic and health outcomes research as part of the Precision Prevention of Prostate Cancer (Pre CAP) laboratory. Founded in 2022, the Pre CAP lab is a nationally recognized research center dedicated to addressing prostate cancer disparities through geospatial analysis, environmental epidemiology, and health services research. The lab has produced over 49 peer-reviewed publications in esteemed journals such as JAMA Network Open, Environmental Research, and the American Journal of Epidemiology. Among the key duties for this position are the following: Conducts epidemiologic studies to evaluate environmental exposures and health outcomes related to prostate and other cancers. Analyzes associations between access to care, such as treatment adherence, transportation barriers, and provider availability with cancer outcomes. Performs exploratory and advanced statistical analyses, including data quality assessments and missing data pattern evaluation, time series analysis, multivariable regression, predictive modeling, Inverse Probability of Treatment Weighting, Difference-in-Difference analysis, and propensity score matching. Drafts sections of research grants/manuscripts and contribute to publications as co-author or lead author, depending on involvement. Assists with the coordination and training of junior research staff including data analysts and graduate students.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	23S
Salary Details	65,272
Minimum Salary	65272.000
Mid Range Salary	78208.000
Maximum Salary	92772.000
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: 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 For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	PhD or equivalent in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, or a related field, or a Master's Degree plus 3 years of research experience in health outcomes or epidemiologic studies or similar work.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated expertise in statistical software (e.g., R, SAS, and/or Stata). Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint). Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, evidenced by published writing, oral presentations at academic or other conferences. Coauthored or first author publications.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience working with large administrative databases or population-based cohorts. Experience with GIS tools and spatial analysis (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, R, or equivalent). Prior research in cancer epidemiology, environmental exposures, or health services and outcomes research.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1442
Posting Open Date	07/01/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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