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Recruitment/Posting Title Principal Research Associate
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department CINJ - Cancer Health Equity &
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 Principal Research Associate within Cancer Health Equity and Engagement at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Principal Research Associate is responsible for the direction, planning, and coordination of highly specialized and technical biobehavioral and cancer disparities research and develops and directs personnel, technical and research staff, postdoctoral trainees, and graduate, medical, and undergraduate students. In addition, the Principal Research Associate leads the management of complex datasets and makes decisions and establishes work priorities on essential procedure-oriented operations. The Principal Research Associate also assists the Principal Investigator with study development, grant submissions, study execution, data management, quality control, regulatory activities, reporting, and the preparation of reports and manuscripts, while overseeing recruitment and other aspects of research studies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Ensures complex studies including observational, risk communication, behavioral and health services intervention research (involving biospecimens, genetic information, clinical and/or patient reported data) and implementation science projects in cancer patients and persons at risk for cancer, including socioeconomically disadvantaged and underserved racial and ethnic populations are administered as per study protocol, including enrolling and retaining study enrollees as per study timelines.
- Provides strategic and operational leadership for study implementation, including weekly quality assurance and quality control reviews across all research activities. Oversees subordinate project staff and subcontractors, ensuring standardized implementation of study protocols, adherence to regulatory and sponsor requirements, maintenance of data quality, timely achievement of project milestones, and consistent execution across participating sites.
- Oversees research progress of postdoctoral research fellows, students, and employees. Assigns research projects to staff based on assessment of technical skills and scientific ability.
- Assists the PI with writing research grant proposals and manuscripts.
- Writes and revises IRB and other types of study protocols, standard operating procedures and progress reports. Maintains a log of existing projects, and pro-actively monitors due dates.
- Writes, edits, and provides guidance to staff personnel for research materials, institutional board proposals and reports, papers, posters and abstracts.
- Provides slides and figures for presentations and papers to be submitted for publication, research posters, and web photos.
- Works with off-site collaborators and contractors and government agencies and monitor performance of each on a regular basis.
- Oversees and maintains budget controls. Ensures research team adheres to budgetary guidelines and implements study within budget. Writes justifications for initial budgets and re-budgeting when necessary. Approves all expenditures. Works with the Division of Grants and Contracts in finalizing fiscal year-end progress reports. Develops budgets for grants and research proposals.
- Works with the Program Director to coordinate and conduct all research activities, including patient recruitment and follow-up. Trains, supervises, evaluates and/or disciplines subordinate staff. Conducts orientation and ensures the integration of new staff members into the Department and work unit. Coordinates schedules with research team and key stakeholders to ensure efficient performance of studies. Provides ongoing training to staff and ensures quality control and scientific integrity.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 32S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary 105266.000
Mid Range Salary 128315.000
Maximum Salary 151360.000
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
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description CWA 1031
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- PhD degree plus three (3) years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree plus five (5) or more years of relevant work experience.
- This combined experience must involve human subjects research, enrolling people in clinical trials and proactively collecting data from people (e.g., surveys).
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated proficiency in the coordination of administrative and fiscal activities as well as the ability to formulate and expedite policies and programs.
- Experience/knowledge with statistical software required.
- Excellent quantitative skills and excellent writing and oral communication skills.
- Must work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Epic electronic record data is preferred.
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 26ST1746
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a PhD degree plus three (3) years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus five (5) or more years of relevant work experience, with this combined experience involving human subjects research, enrolling people in clinical trials, and proactively collecting data from people (e.g., surveys)?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- List of Professional References (contact Info)
Position Details
Recruitment/Posting Title Principal Research Associate
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department CINJ - Cancer Health Equity &
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 Principal Research Associate within Cancer Health Equity and Engagement at the Rutgers Cancer Institute.
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Principal Research Associate is responsible for the direction, planning, and coordination of highly specialized and technical biobehavioral and cancer disparities research and develops and directs personnel, technical and research staff, postdoctoral trainees, and graduate, medical, and undergraduate students. In addition, the Principal Research Associate leads the management of complex datasets and makes decisions and establishes work priorities on essential procedure-oriented operations. The Principal Research Associate also assists the Principal Investigator with study development, grant submissions, study execution, data management, quality control, regulatory activities, reporting, and the preparation of reports and manuscripts, while overseeing recruitment and other aspects of research studies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Ensures complex studies including observational, risk communication, behavioral and health services intervention research (involving biospecimens, genetic information, clinical and/or patient reported data) and implementation science projects in cancer patients and persons at risk for cancer, including socioeconomically disadvantaged and underserved racial and ethnic populations are administered as per study protocol, including enrolling and retaining study enrollees as per study timelines.
- Provides strategic and operational leadership for study implementation, including weekly quality assurance and quality control reviews across all research activities. Oversees subordinate project staff and subcontractors, ensuring standardized implementation of study protocols, adherence to regulatory and sponsor requirements, maintenance of data quality, timely achievement of project milestones, and consistent execution across participating sites.
- Oversees research progress of postdoctoral research fellows, students, and employees. Assigns research projects to staff based on assessment of technical skills and scientific ability.
- Assists the PI with writing research grant proposals and manuscripts.
- Writes and revises IRB and other types of study protocols, standard operating procedures and progress reports. Maintains a log of existing projects, and pro-actively monitors due dates.
- Writes, edits, and provides guidance to staff personnel for research materials, institutional board proposals and reports, papers, posters and abstracts.
- Provides slides and figures for presentations and papers to be submitted for publication, research posters, and web photos.
- Works with off-site collaborators and contractors and government agencies and monitor performance of each on a regular basis.
- Oversees and maintains budget controls. Ensures research team adheres to budgetary guidelines and implements study within budget. Writes justifications for initial budgets and re-budgeting when necessary. Approves all expenditures. Works with the Division of Grants and Contracts in finalizing fiscal year-end progress reports. Develops budgets for grants and research proposals.
- Works with the Program Director to coordinate and conduct all research activities, including patient recruitment and follow-up. Trains, supervises, evaluates and/or disciplines subordinate staff. Conducts orientation and ensures the integration of new staff members into the Department and work unit. Coordinates schedules with research team and key stakeholders to ensure efficient performance of studies. Provides ongoing training to staff and ensures quality control and scientific integrity.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 32S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary 105266.000
Mid Range Salary 128315.000
Maximum Salary 151360.000
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
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description CWA 1031
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- PhD degree plus three (3) years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree plus five (5) or more years of relevant work experience.
- This combined experience must involve human subjects research, enrolling people in clinical trials and proactively collecting data from people (e.g., surveys).
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated proficiency in the coordination of administrative and fiscal activities as well as the ability to formulate and expedite policies and programs.
- Experience/knowledge with statistical software required.
- Excellent quantitative skills and excellent writing and oral communication skills.
- Must work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Epic electronic record data is preferred.
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 26ST1746
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a PhD degree plus three (3) years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus five (5) or more years of relevant work experience, with this combined experience involving human subjects research, enrolling people in clinical trials, and proactively collecting data from people (e.g., surveys)?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- List of Professional References (contact Info)
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Which companies sponsor visas for research associates in New Jersey?
New Jersey's pharmaceutical and biotech sector drives the majority of research associate sponsorships. Companies like Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Bristol Myers Squibb, Pfizer, and Novartis have established hiring pipelines for international candidates in research roles. Contract research organizations such as ICON and Syneos Health also sponsor research associates, particularly for clinical and laboratory positions across the state.
Which visa types are most common for research associate roles in New Jersey?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for research associates in New Jersey, as most roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field, meeting the specialty occupation standard. Recent graduates on F-1 OPT or STEM OPT can work before transitioning to H-1B visa sponsorship. Research associates at universities or nonprofit research institutions may also be eligible for cap-exempt H-1B petitions, which bypass the annual lottery.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most research associate sponsorship jobs?
New Brunswick, Rahway, and Princeton account for a large share of research associate sponsorship activity, anchored by Rutgers University and major pharmaceutical headquarters. Parsippany, Bridgewater, and Kenilworth are also active hiring hubs due to the concentration of biotech and pharma companies along the Route 1 and Route 22 corridors. These areas offer the broadest range of sponsored research roles in the state.
How to find research associate visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can filter directly for research associate roles in New Jersey to see employers that have a documented history of sponsoring international hires. This saves significant time compared to manually screening general job postings, where sponsorship availability is rarely stated upfront.
Are there any state-specific considerations for research associate visa sponsorship in New Jersey?
New Jersey's density of pharmaceutical and life sciences employers means research associate roles here often require specializations in molecular biology, analytical chemistry, or clinical research, which strengthens H-1B specialty occupation arguments. Rutgers University and Princeton University also generate a consistent pipeline of international graduate students who transition into sponsored industry roles, making New Jersey one of the more active states for research associate sponsorship nationally.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored research associate jobs in New Jersey?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.