Senior Project Administrator

Position Details

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Project Administrator

Job Category URA\-AFT Administrative

Department Walter Rand Institute Camden

Overview

Ranked \#46 in U.S. News \& World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research\-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education\-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Posting Summary

The Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs (WRI) at Rutgers–Camden has been a long\-standing and trusted regional community partner for over 25 years. WRI honors former Senator Rand’s dedication to Southern New Jersey and exists to produce and highlight community\-focused research and evaluation leading to sound public policy and practice in the region. With that as a foundation, WRI convenes and engages stakeholders in making the connections across research, policy, and practice in support of Camden City and Southern New Jersey residents. Using social science research methods, WRI specializes in transforming data into actionable information across a variety of areas, including workforce development, education, transportation, and public/population health. WRI reinforces and amplifies Rutgers’ research, teaching, and service goals by connecting the multidisciplinary expertise of faculty to regional problems, developing research and professional skills in students, and linking the resources of higher education to communities in Southern New Jersey.

The Senior Project Administrator is a position at the Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs (WRI) at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey – Camden Campus. This is an exciting opportunity to join an influential organization with a mission of improving lives across the region and contributing significantly toward that mission. Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Research, this position is responsible for the development, coordination, and management of complex research and evaluation projects in the communities of Southern New Jersey and New Jersey. The Senior Project Administrator will serve as the Principal Investigator (PI) on mostly large (and at times, smaller) contracts and grants and as a project coordinator on additional large or small projects in a variety of content areas, e.g. opioids/substance use, food insecurity, and education. They will lead WRI research teams and provide oversight and direction across each phase of the research project, including proposal drafting, project design, data collection, data analysis, reporting, and dissemination. They will serve as relationship managers for a variety of research partners and funders, including foundations, State and local agencies, and community\-based organizations. The responsibilities associated with this position include the selection of appropriate research methodologies, collaborating effectively with WRI research team members, maintaining compliance with all Rutgers University and Federal research guidelines and regulations, managing timelines and budgets, and mentoring and supervising student research assistants.

The Senior Project Administrator will play a key role in public engagement efforts by regularly representing WRI in meetings and various public and networking events across Southern New Jersey and the State. This position is also responsible for effectively communicating research findings to a myriad of audiences, including community members, community partners, policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders in academia. This will take the form of research presentations, panels, webinars, forums, etc. They will also regularly contribute to conversations around written research translation and dissemination efforts and lead large and small writing projects, e.g, research reports, briefs, fact sheets, etc.

This position requires extensive experience leading community\-focused research projects, exceptional public speaking and writing skills, project leadership and management expertise, and a keen orientation toward team collaboration.

This is a grant funded position contingent upon the availability of funds to support it.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 06

Salary Details Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.

Minimum Salary 77919\.480

Mid Range Salary 96454\.480

Maximum Salary 114989\.480

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 Full Time

Working Hours 37\.5

Standard Hours 37\.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60\.3\.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60\.3\.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024\. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.

Union Description URA\-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff \- 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required, plus a minimum of five (5\) years of relevant experience leading large mixed\-methods community\-focused research and/or evaluation projects.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Regular, demonstrated experience communicating research findings effectively to both academic and non\-academic audiences (e.g, community members, policymakers, community partners, and organizations) through written reports, public presentations, and stakeholder briefings. Exceptional public speaking and engagement skills, and experience presenting to diverse community and professional audiences.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for field\-based data collection and public engagement throughout Southern New Jersey and the State are required.

A strong foundation in social science research and evaluation methods – both quantitative and qualitative research methods – are essential to this position. Another key attribute to this position is demonstrated experience with community\-based research and public engagement. This position requires skills in project management, strategic thinking, public speaking, and writing for public audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree (Master’s, Ph.D., or equivalent) plus five (5\) or more years of relevant experience conducting community\-focused research and/or evaluation across various social issue areas, e.g., transportation, workforce development, food insecurity, education, substance misuse, population health.

Experience conducting feasibility and economic impact studies and cost\-benefit analyses related to social issues/conditions.

Experience conducting research in higher education settings. Familiarity with the Southern New Jersey region and an established network or prior work experience within that region and the State is strongly preferred.

Equipment Utilized

University Systems and Administrative Portals: Rutgers University administrative platforms, including RAPPS (Research Administration and Proposal Submission System), eIRB (Electronic Institutional Review Board), Electronic Conflict of Interest (eCOI\+), Effort Certification and Reporting Technology (ECRT)

Quantitative \& Economic Analysis: SPSS, Stata, AMOS, SAS (Statistical Analysis Software), Microsoft Excel (advanced modeling), Python, R

Qualitative Analysis Tools: NVivo

Geographic \& Mapping Tools: ArcGIS, QGIS (Quantum GIS), Google Earth Pro, Tableau (for mapping visualizations)

Environmental \& Impact Assessment Tools: OpenLCA, IMPLAN (if applicable)

Survey \& Data Collection Tools: Qualtrics, Microsoft Forms

Communication \& Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Sharepoint, Teams), Google Workspace (formerly G Suite), Canva

Communication \& Meeting Software: Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, Google Teams

File Storage \& Sharing: Box, Microsoft SharePoint

E\-Signature Tools: DocuSign, Adobe

Learning \& Collaboration Platform: Canvas

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position involves a combination of office\-based work at the Rutgers\-Camden campus, remote work, and fieldwork, research, and networking activities across Southern New Jersey (and the State as needed). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, in\-person and/or remote survey data collection, focus group and interview facilitation, and observations conducted across Southern New Jersey and the State as needed. The role also includes participation in meetings, conferences, presentations, and other public\-facing activities across the region and State. Reliable transportation is required due to the in\-person research and public engagement activities. Must also be able and willing to attend early morning (8 am) and evening events on occasion or if required for executing research\-related activities.

Work is generally conducted at the office located on the Rutgers\-Camden Campus and/or in a remote office setting, which requires the use of computers, copiers, printers, scanners, and other workplace\-related technology. The office environment is climate\-controlled. This position requires attending in\-person meetings and visiting research\-related locations, which may involve walking, standing, and traveling. Virtual meetings are also utilized through platforms such as Zoom, WebEx, and Microsoft Teams.

Occasionally, this role may require lifting and moving light office supplies or equipment, typically weighing up to 20 pounds.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST0495

Posting Open Date 03/21/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University\-Camden

Home Location Campus Rutgers University\-Camden

City Camden

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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non\-discrimination\-statement

Supplemental Questions

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (\*).

• Briefly describe your experience conducting mixed methods research and/or evaluation around social and community issues. This experience should include leading research teams. (Please limit to 2–4 sentences)

(Open Ended Question)

• Briefly describe your experience engaging community members/partners, policymakers, or public stakeholders in a research or evaluation project. (Please limit to 2–4 sentences)]

(Open Ended Question)

• WRI research teams involve staff, students, and multiple stakeholders. Please describe your approach to leading research teams, mentoring students, and ensuring high quality deliverables. (Please limit to 2–4 sentences)

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

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Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents