Research Teaching Specialist III (Trenton, NJ)

Rutgers University•New Brunswick, NJ

About The Position

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist III (Trenton, NJ) within the Cancer Registry at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Under the Deputy Director’s supervision, the primary role of the Research Teaching Specialist III ( RTS III ) is to assist with research activities utilizing data from the New Jersey State Cancer Registry ( NJSCR ). The RTS III also performs work requiring application of standard research techniques and procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: As assigned, assists with probabilistic cancer data linkages for external investigators using SQL , SAS , MatchPro and SEERDMS software. Develops Data Use Agreement ( DUA ) packets which include budget/ billing statements and a Statement of Work ( SOW ). For each linkage studies, initiates & follows Rutgers SRB and IRB applications until final approval. Initiates manual reviews of linkage results, when requested by researchers. Transmits final encrypted datasets to researchers via secure data transfer. Assists with data analyses of New Jersey State Cancer Registry ( NJSCR ) data for reports, data requests and research abstracts/presentations using SEERStat and Joinpoint software to produce MP- SIR analysis, rates, counts, trends stratified by race/ethnicity, sex and age groups for abstracts/ presentations. As assigned, queries data from NJSCR - DMS using knowledge of SQL and relational database skills. Assists with analysis of exported data sets using SAS . Under guidance, conducts geocoding of NJSCR case data using Geocodio to aid GIS analysis. Uses knowledge to improve geocoding quality. Involved in the creation and maintenance of the NJ zone design interactive map under the guidance of the Project lead. Assists with compilation and presentation of study specific statistical data with appropriate conclusions and recommendations. Participates in the design of study management procedures and the evaluation of existing procedures, suggesting revisions where necessary. Overview RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION , MISSION , AND CORE VALUES : VISION : Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. MISSION : Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. CORE VALUES : Curiosity and Discovery : encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge Integrity : earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection Collaboration : approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge Respect and Caring : consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions Perseverance : maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals

Nice To Haves

Research experience in a state central cancer data registry preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with probabilistic cancer data linkages for external investigators using SQL , SAS , MatchPro and SEERDMS software.
Develops Data Use Agreement ( DUA ) packets which include budget/ billing statements and a Statement of Work ( SOW ).
For each linkage studies, initiates & follows Rutgers SRB and IRB applications until final approval.
Initiates manual reviews of linkage results, when requested by researchers.
Transmits final encrypted datasets to researchers via secure data transfer.
Assists with data analyses of New Jersey State Cancer Registry ( NJSCR ) data for reports, data requests and research abstracts/presentations using SEERStat and Joinpoint software to produce MP- SIR analysis, rates, counts, trends stratified by race/ethnicity, sex and age groups for abstracts/ presentations.
Queries data from NJSCR - DMS using knowledge of SQL and relational database skills.
Assists with analysis of exported data sets using SAS .
Conducts geocoding of NJSCR case data using Geocodio to aid GIS analysis.
Uses knowledge to improve geocoding quality.
Involved in the creation and maintenance of the NJ zone design interactive map under the guidance of the Project lead.
Assists with compilation and presentation of study specific statistical data with appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
Participates in the design of study management procedures and the evaluation of existing procedures, suggesting revisions where necessary.