Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Research Project Manager |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
Educ & Employ Res Center |
| Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's 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 America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Project Manager for the Education and Employment Research Center (
EERC) in the School of Management and Labor Relations. This position will support grant-funded mixed-method applied research and evaluations related to the intersection between education and the workforce.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Collaborates on the design, execution, and interpretation of social science, experimental, survey research, and other studies with a focus on mixed- methods methodologies.
- Develops and manages research plans, data collection processes, and date analysis efforts.
- Conducts literature reviews related to higher education and workforce development, including reference management using RefWorks and Zotero
- Conducts interviews virtually and in-person with a range of respondents including students, faculty, advisors administrators, higher education and workforce leaders, and employers.
- Conceptualizes and performs quantitative and qualitative research and data analysis using programs including STATA and NVIVO.
- Synthesizes data collected from various qualitative and quantitative sources to generate findings
- Leads the preparation of written reports, sections for academic publication, technical reports, presentations, and external communications summarizing research methods, findings, and implications.
- Communicates research methods and findings to both technical and non-technical audiences effectively.
- Tracks developments in relevant fields of education and workforce to support the development of new proposals.
- Monitors project progress and coordinate timeline adjustments and resource reallocation as needed to meet project deadlines.
- Provides overall project coordination, scheduling and protocol development to successfully complete deliverables.
- Coordinates project activities with internal teams and external partners, and oversee the work of research assistants to support project goals.
|
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
07 |
| Salary Details |
|
| Minimum Salary |
94492.000 |
| Mid Range Salary |
119604.000 |
| Maximum Salary |
144715.000 |
| 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 |
|
| Union Description |
Admin Assembly (MPSC) |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
|
| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Master's degree in social science and at least three (3) years of work experience and/or graduate coursework in mixed method or qualitative research.
|
| Certifications/Licenses |
- A valid driver's license would be required for this position.
|
| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Experience with qualitative data collection including interviews and/or site visits.
- Experience with survey design and Qualtrics.
- Experience with qualitative analysis using NVIVO.
- Experience with quantitative analysis using statistical programming such as Stata and/or SPSS.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with higher education and workforce development including community college workforce education, career pathways, non-degree credentials, noncredit education, and apprenticeship.
|
| Preferred Qualifications |
- Doctoral degree in social science.
|
| Equipment Utilized |
NVIVO, Qualtrics, SPSS, Stata, Zotero. |
| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
|
| Special Conditions |
|
Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST0056 |
| Posting Open Date |
01/12/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
|
| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Livingston (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
Piscataway |
| 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 |
Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
Jan 14, 2026