Research Project Coordinator I

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Project Coordinator I

Job Category Staff & Executive - Project/Program Management/Planning

Department Engn-Materials Science & Engn

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 Coordinator I for the School of Engineering.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Focuses on processes using elevated pressures and temperatures in a continuous reactor.
• Specifies, designs, builds and tests the reactor until the design specifications are met.
• Sets up labs. There are projects that require the design and setup of a new laboratory to make products.
• Writes reports. and trains students on processing equipment as well as characterization instrumentation.
• Makes samples by powder processing methods make measurements. The samples produced will have measurements with respect to physical and chemical methods build instruments.
• Organizes laboratory and manage safety training.
• Coordinates and conducts professional level experiments and research.

Position Status Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 05

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary 58867.000

Annual Mid Range Salary 73298.000

Annual Maximum Salary 87729.000

Standard Hours 37.50

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering and laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Requires two years of relevant experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge in Powder processing, shape forming, materials characterization, computer programming, sensors, finishing operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Physics, chemistry, or materials science and engineering.

Equipment Utilized

• X-ray diffraction, microscopes, strength measurements

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Able to handle raw materials, samples, and instruments safely. Always read SDS sheets before using any chemical or processing that uses chemicals. Always wear personal protective gear.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 23ST1989

Posting Open Date 07/31/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus Busch (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 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees (https://policies.rutgers.edu/60-1-35-currentpdf) , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals (https://policies.rutgers.edu/sites/default/files/100-3-1-current.pdf) , 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.

Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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