Hourly Research Assistant

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Utah is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to support studies involving collegiate student-athletes. You will assist with recruitment, participant communication, data collection and management, under the direction of the principal investigator and research team.

This role is ideal for an undergraduate or early-career trainee interested in sports medicine or health behavior, requiring organization, professionalism, and strong communication with diverse groups.

Formación

• Current enrollment in, or completion of, an undergraduate degree program in health sciences, exercise science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow research protocols.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with recruitment and retention of student-athlete research participants using IRB-approved procedures.
• Support participant communication, scheduling, and study visits or assessments.
• Assist with data entry, data cleaning, organization of study materials, and maintenance of secure research records.
• Help prepare study materials, recruitment materials, presentations, and reports.
• Participate in research team meetings and complete required research, privacy, and human-subjects training.
• Perform other research-related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Data handling

Research protocols

Educación

Undergraduate degree in health sciences or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

The Department of Health and Kinesiology is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to support research studies involving collegiate student‑athletes. The Research Assistant will assist with study recruitment, participant communication, data collection and management, and other study‑related activities under the direction of the principal investigator and research team.

This position is well suited to an undergraduate or early‑career trainee interested in sports medicine, health behavior, or related areas. The successful candidate will be organized, professional, comfortable communicating with diverse groups, and interested in supporting ethical, participant‑centered research with student‑athlete populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment and retention of student‑athlete research participants using IRB‑approved procedures.
• Support participant communication, scheduling, and study visits or assessments, as applicable.
• Assist with data entry, data cleaning, organization of study materials, and maintenance of secure research records.
• Help prepare study materials, recruitment materials, presentations, and reports.
• Participate in research team meetings and complete required research, privacy, and human‑subjects training.
• Perform other research‑related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Research Assistant, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Research Assistant, II : Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Research Assistant, III : Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Preferences

• Interest in exercise physiology, sports medicine, or student‑athlete health.
• Experience participating in collegiate athletics, working with athletes, or engaging with student‑athlete communities.
• Experience with participant‑facing communication, mentoring, public speaking, or scientific communication.
• Familiarity with the culture, schedules, and demands of collegiate student‑athletes.

The ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Current enrollment in, or completion of, an undergraduate degree program in health sciences, exercise science, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organization, attention to detail, reliability, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow research protocols.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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