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Program Assistant

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, Piscataway

Apr 02, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Program Assistant
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department	Division of Simulation & Clini
Overview	The School of Nursing is one of eight schools of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences. As part of the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences division, the School of Nursing (Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood) offers unique opportunities in education, research, and practice at a leading national research university which is the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Innovative academic offerings include bachelor's, master's, post-master's, DNP and PhD programs that are preparing nurse leaders of today and tomorrow at campus locations in Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, NJ. Rutgers School of Nursing provides unparalleled opportunities in teaching, scholarship, clinical practice and multidisciplinary collaboration. Innovative academic offerings include bachelors, masters, post-master and doctoral degree programs that are preparing nurse leaders of today and tomorrow. New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university-wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers School of Nursing located in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Program Assistant for its Division of Simulation and Clinical Learning. The Program Assistant provides general support by maintaining databases of all required clinical placement logistics. Assists with the administrative and office management activities associated with clinical placements, student clinical requirements, and clinical/student tracking databases. The incumbent typically works at a high degree of independence and uses initiative to carry out regular assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures. Duties include: Provides for the daily management of the clinical databases Assists with all new student and faculty entries in the appropriate databases. Assists in onboarding all new nursing students into clinical software. Collaborate with administrators and faculty in scheduling orientation sessions for clinical system training. Maintains and updates existing student accounts with clinical placements information. Updates and maintains accurate clinical placement, clinical site contact information, and clinical faculty information in the appropriate databases.. Collaborates with clinical operations team in updating semester schedules accurately and timely. Assists with dissemination and tracking status of clinical placement requests Maintains the most up-to-date scheduling information Assists with adjunct faculty hiring process. Enters part-time faculty appointments into payroll in collaboration with clinical operations team Maintains adjunct faculty database and their respective employment requirements
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	18S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	51988.000
Mid Range Salary	61929.000
Maximum Salary	72984.000
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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: 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 (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours	37.50
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift	Day
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
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Bachelor's Degree in a related field A minimum of one (1) year of professional-level experience required. Equivalent experience, education, and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement. Advanced knowledge of office and administrative practices and principles, knowledge of standard office equipment/programs and excellent written, verbal, and communication skills with a diverse population. Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to pay careful attention to details and work in a fast-paced, team environment. The ability to exercise discretion and ensure a high-level of confidentiality and the ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the general public are essential. Must have professional experience in an administrative and/or support services function and literacy in the Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications	Exxat Prism, Banner, Marketplace, Cornerstone, Adobe, and other customized software experience
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST0653
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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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.

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