Student Assistant

Rutgers University

Piscataway, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Behavioral Health, Benchmarking, Biomedical Research, Biomedicine, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Cancer, Clinical Facilities, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Dentistry, Disciplinary Action, Environmental Health, Executive Assistant Skills , Health Science, Hospital, Human Health, Interpersonal Skills, Life Insurance, Medicine, Mentoring, Neuroscience, Occupational Health, Patient Care, Pharmacy, Prescription Drugs, Public Health, Research Nursing, Research Skills, Student Admissions, Training/Teaching, Vaccination
LOCATION
Piscataway, NJ
POSTED
Today
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Student Assistant

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support - General

Department
SGS BHS Piscataway

Overview
New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating universitywide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Student Assistant for School of Graduate Studies-Biomedical and Health Sciences.

The primary purpose of the Student Assistant position is to learn research skills and acquire the tools necessary to be successful in subsequent (graduate/post-graduate) studies if they decide to pursue their education further.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

  • Provides academic support in the form of tutoring and mentoring.
  • Interacts with a diverse group of graduate students and faculty.
  • Assists with quiz preparation.
  • Assists with exam preparation.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

FLSA
Nonexempt

Grade
99H

Salary Details
$15.92/hour is budgeted for this position.

Minimum Salary
15.92

Mid Range Salary
75.00

Maximum Salary
150.00

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
Part Time

Working Hours
20

Standard Hours
20.00

Daily Work Shift
Rotating

Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement and may be eligible for a compressed workweek or a flex workday schedule. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description
Student Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Position Pension Eligibility
None

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
  • Current Rutgers Student enrolled undergraduate or graduate study.
Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and computer skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Progressive experience in activities related to student admissions, student registration and the organization, maintenance and preservation of student records, desirable.


Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
  • No special vision requirements.
  • Must be able to exert force up to ten (10) pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Office/Clinical/Laboratory environment. Moderate Noise.


Special Conditions

Posting Details
Posting Number
26ST0991

Posting Open Date
05/08/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Piscataway (RBHS)

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:

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Rutgers University