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Rutgers The State University Senior Scientist Research Computing (REDCap) in Piscataway, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Scientist Research Computing (REDCap)
Job Category Staff & Executive - Information Technology
Department Office of Advanced Research Computing
Overview
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Scientist Research Computing for the Office of Advanced Research Computing (OARC).This senior role is pivotal in maintaining and enhancing our Central REDCap installation, providing advanced scientific and technical support, and leading data-driven projects to ensure the creation of high-quality data collection tools. As a Senior REDCap Scientist, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of IT specialists, biostatisticians, project coordinators, and researchers, contributing to innovative research initiatives across various scientific domains. At Rutgers University, our REDCap system is the largest installation in New Jersey, supporting a wide range of research disciplines. While a significant portion of our projects are in the clinical research domain, our system also supports research in marine biology, education, social work, engineering, university administration, and library sciences. Our mission is to empower researchers with a user-friendly research database that requires no programming skills. Join our team and leverage your scientific expertise in REDCap and IT support to advance research at Rutgers University.Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Provide advanced scientific consultation to researchers, including intake, problem definition, solution design, execution, and delivery of complex REDCap projects tailored to scientific research needs.
  • Lead the design and implementation of REDCap projects involving advanced logic, calculations, data migration, and dynamic SQL fields, ensuring scientific rigor and data integrity.
  • Work closely with investigators to define scientific scope, requirements, deliverables, and timelines. Collaborate with other REDCap specialists and the project administrator for complex research projects.
  • Document technical specifications with a focus on scientific accuracy and adherence to coding standards and development/validation practices.
  • Develop and deliver custom training for end users, with an emphasis on scientific research applications, and mentor junior team members.
  • Partner with other IT service teams, such as Rutgers University Biostatistics & Epidemiology Services (RUBIES) and Clinical and Research Data Warehouse (CRDW), to support integrated scientific data solutions.
  • Provide backup for other team members and functions as needed.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. 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.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 35S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 109283.00
Annual Mid Range Salary 132134.00
Annual Maximum Salary 157610.00
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description HPAE 5094
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.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Biomedical Informatics, or a related scientific field required.
  • Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the educational requirements.
  • Minimum of (6) years' experience supporting computationally intensive research projects or equivalent with hands-on experience as a REDCap support specialist or administrator.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Proven track record in designing and managing REDCap projects for scientific research.
  • Research experience, preferably in the clinical or scientific domain.
  • Demonstrated experience in data analysis and direct work with scientific end users.
  • Experience in developing, maintaining, and managing IT applications and systems in a scientific or healthcare setting.
  • Proficiency in running validation scripts and strong database design and debugging skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • PhD in a relevant scientific field.
  • Extensive experience with REDCap, including building scientific projects, developing data dictionaries, implementing branching logic, creating reports, and managing projects.
  • Familiarity with statistical applications (e.g., SPSS, R, SAS, or STATA) and scientific data analysis.
  • Knowledge of PHP and Java.
  • Experience with healthcare and clinical data, hospital operations, and clinical procedures.
  • Understanding of HIPAA regulations and Human Subjects regulations for scientific research.
  • Familiarity with medical ontologies (e.g., SnoMed, ICD-9/10, or CPT).
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. Visual acuity to perform activities such as: viewing a computer terminal, reading, analyzing written information/data, etc.
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT; Office environment. Moderate Noise.
Special Conditions
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1860
Posting Open Date 08/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Busch Campus, CoRE Building
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.

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