Part-Time Co-Terminus Associate Professor of Pediatrics

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.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Applicant sought for a part-time (0.15 FTE) co-terminus associate professor of Pediatrics in Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School ( RWJMS). The applicant will work in the Severe Behavior Program of the Rutgers University Center for Autism Research, Education, and Services ( RUCARES) under the supervision of the interim director of the center. The salary for this part-time, co-terminus faculty position is grant funded. The position will terminate if grant funding is not available. The part-time co-terminus faculty assist with overseeing various research grant activities that involve the assessment and treatment of children with autism and related disorders. Their responsibilities include the development and direct supervision of research protocols. Additional responsibilities include developing, writing, and implementing policies and procedures for the research program, as well as writing extramural grant applications. Co-terminus faculty may work with patients who engage in severe forms of aggression which could result in bodily harm.

A doctorate in psychology or behavior analysis. Licensed in NJ as a psychologist or behavior analyst. The successful candidate must have documented expertise in the application of quantitative models of behavior for improving clinical outcomes in the target population. Preference given to individuals with experience supervising work with children with autism and related disorders in an educational, instructional, or therapeutic setting. Proficiency in English for both verbal and written communications is a requirement.

Licensed in NJ as a psychologist or behavior analyst.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. (List Essential Duty Responsibility Statements.)

1. Facilitate the coordination of bidirectional, translational research spanning rodent to human clinical subjects

2. Recruit and enroll eligible participants in research projects on mitigating treatment relapse

3. Train study staff and monitor procedural fidelity

4. Conduct quantitative model simulations and use results to develop testable modifications to standards of care

5. Assess data accuracy and protocol adherence

6. Coordinate data and drafting reports

7. Conduct fits of relevant quantitative models to results obtained with research participants

8. Share findings with collaborators and develop new targets for future basic research investigations

9. Develop and execute plans to address research protocol non-adherence

10. Disseminate research findings via publications and presentations

11. Steer towards new research directions through literature review and brainstorming ideas

12. Submit extramural research grant applications

13. Adhere to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy

14. Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers' regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified

15. Collaborate with other faculty as needed

16. Represent the organization in the community and at relevant events

17. Performs other related duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Should be highly organized, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, enjoy working in a team environment, and be comfortable with working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sitting, standing, wa1king, reaching, kneeling, talking, and hearing. No special vision requirements. Ability to lift to 25 pounds. Computer data input.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Clinical center environment and the possibility of working with patients who engage in severe forms of aggression which could result in bodily harm.