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Part-Time Quantitative Researcher

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jul 09, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Part-Time Quantitative Researcher
Department	Educ & Employ Res Center
Salary Details	A minimum of $1000 for the contract period.
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
Posting Summary	The Education and Employment Research Center at the School of Management and Labor Relations at Rutgers University seeks a part-time quantitative researcher for work on higher education and workforce development projects to help design and execute quantitative research and evaluation plans.
Position Status	Part Time
Posting Number	26FA0665
Posting Open Date	07/09/2026
Posting Close Date	07/20/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Master or Doctoral degree in social science discipline. Minimum of three years of academic or professional research experience required. * Experience working with data in Microsoft Excel, SPSS, SAS and/or STATA. Experience with Qualtrics survey development and administration required. Experience in conducting education and/or workforce research required. *Experience with state administrative records data sets on students, federal survey systems and national datasets required.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Microsoft Excel, SPSS, SAS and/or STATA, and Qualtrics Demonstration of strong verbal and written communications skills Ability to work well with others, as well as independently under minimal supervision *Strong quantitative ability, including knowledge of quasi-experimental methods
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview	This is a grant funded position. Hours for this position will vary quarterly, from 10 to 30+ hours per week, depending on project funding and need. The duration of the position will be determined by project funding and need.
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/278501
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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