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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Temporary Research Assistant (Junior Data Manager) - **Company:** Rutgers University - **Location:** Newark, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Software Applications, Databases, Computer Literacy, Coherent Remote File System (CRFS), R (Programming Language), DataOps, SAS (Software), People Soft, Data Management, Workday - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/280011/pre_apply ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Public Health with one (1) year of data management experience or a Master's Degree in Public Health with research database experience. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Intermediate proficiency with statistical packages (e.g. SAS, R, MS Excel, MS Access, etc.). * Good understanding of clinical research components - data collection, human subjects protection, quality assurance and control. * Excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills. * Ability to learn and integrate other related computer applications into existing operations. Preferred Qualifications * Strong computer knowledge and graphic experience a plus. Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS * Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. * No special vision requirements. * Must be able to exert force up to thirty pounds., 1. * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Public Health with one (1) year of data management experience or a Master's Degree in Public Health with research database experience? + Yes + No 2. * Do you have intermediate proficiency with statistical packages (e.g. SAS, R, MS Excel, MS Access, etc.)? ## Description Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant (Junior Data Manager) in the Department of Medicine- Infectious Diseases within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS). Under the direction of the Data Operations and Management Center (DOMC) Director and Program Manager, the Temporary Research Assistant (Junior Data Manager) is responsible for off-site study coordination and data management oversight of protocols positioned at international sites. The Junior Data Manager will provide study coordination of specific protocols and will develop case report forms consistent with clinical protocols and investigator input. The Junior Data Manager sets up SOPs for data collection sites to provide data capture and performs quality assurance audits to validate data in preparation for analysis by biostatisticians. Among the key duties of the position are the following: * Works with investigators and DOMC staff to develop REDCap case report forms (CRFs) consistent with the approved protocol to capture clinical and laboratory data. * Facilitates and coordinates orientation and trains volunteers/staff on instruments administration, data-gathering software, and data collection. * Maintains and manages research databases using SAS software. Works with statisticians in creating the appropriate databases from collected data for analyses. * Monitors data quality per standard operating procedures for each protocol with minimal supervision. * Coordinates QA/QC with international on-site staff and Rutgers Study Coordinators., Working Hours Standard Hours 40.00 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement and may be eligible for a compressed workweek or a flex workday schedule. 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 Hourly Employees Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month Position Pension Eligibility None ## Related Videos - [Beyond Gut Feelings: The Rise of Data-Driven HR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1326-beyond-gut-feelings-the-rise-of-data-driven-hr) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [May I interest you in ... 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