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Part time Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Hershey
Dec 10, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Department of Public Health Sciences (PHS) in the College of Medicine invites applications for half-time Research Assistant to support the research activity for a large multicenter research consortium funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), in which PHS serves as the Data Coordinating Center (DCC). Nine medical centers serve as the recruitment clinical centers for the consortium (five in the USA, two in the United Kingdom, and two in Australia). The successful candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and within team settings. This position will report directly to the Principal Investigator of the DCC. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Serving as the Coordinator of the IAHC Stakeholder Engagement Committee Serving as the Coordinator of the IAHC Recruitment and Retention Committee Assisting with various IAHC-wide certifications Performing other duties as assigned The part-time Research Assistant will use the following software and applications: Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) as well as those specific to internal departmental operations (Data Management System, PAINS, Qualtrics, etc.). Education and Experience: MS degree plus two or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional preferred qualifications include: Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills Detailed-oriented and driven to provide excellent customer service Ability to work independently and as a member of a team Outstanding organization skills Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative This position will offer the opportunity for flexible work arrangements and be considered a remote or a hybrid position. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines