Job Description

Position Details

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

IDRIS Post Doctoral Associate

Department

Newark Chancellor's Office

Salary Details

75,000 - 90,000

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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs



For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview

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Posting Summary

The

Institute for Data, Research and Innovation Science (

IDRIS

)

at Rutgers University-Newark is offering an Interdisciplinary Research Associate position that combines discipline expertise and computational areas, such as data science, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), generative AI and other technology innovations. Key details of this position include:

Focus

Data science and/or statistical methods development addressing questions of health, technology, housing, education, innovation and others impacting national and international urban communities

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of research projects, including collecting and analyzing data (quantitative and/or qualitative). Support the preparation and submission of grant proposals, reports, and manuscripts for publication. Contribute to research design and may independently manage specific project components, working closely with faculty and those affiliated with IDRIS. Coordinate with research partners, vendors, or collaborators; manage resources needed for research (e.g., lab equipment, participant recruitment). Maintain accurate and confidential records of research activities and data. Provide technical support, train, and occasionally mentor junior staff or research assistants.

Other Duties

Literature reviews and background research for ongoing and/or new studies. Assisting with compliance procedures (e.g., IRB submissions for human subjects research). Preparing progress updates, reports for funding agencies, grantors and/or IDRIS and faculty leadership. Supervising undergraduate or graduate students, if appropriate.

Additional Information

The ideal candidate should be an independent, solution-oriented thinker with a strong background in processing very large data sets, applying analytical rigor and statistical methods, and driving toward actionable insights and novel solutions Expertise in causal inference and machine learning is desirable but not necessary This position offers an excellent opportunity for a research associate to apply and further develop their data science skills in the context of important interdisciplinary data-driven research.

Position Status

Full Time

Posting Number

25FA1141

Posting Open Date

10/13/2025

Posting Close Date

12/19/2025


Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Doctoral degree in Computer Science, Marketing, Economics, Statistics, Public Administration, Psychology, Industrial/Systems Engineering, or related fields critical to IDRIS Experience in analyzing real data Strong programming skills Familiarity with statistical methods Excellent communication and writing skills

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Experience handling very large datasets Knowledge of R and Python, and statistical applications (SAS, SPSS, NIVO, etc.) Interest in community-based informed research and interdisciplinary teams Familiarity with multiple data science tools and ability to learn new ones Interest in current and emerging technologies impacts and societal implications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link to Posting

https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/263342

Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

City

Newark

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.