Hourly Research Assistant (Work Study)

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 15,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus job

Work-Study eligible

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking Hourly Research Assistants (Work Study) for its RMCOEH Center campus program. The roles focus on data collection, entry, and supporting research projects across multiple departments on a part-time basis.

Position is restricted to Federal Work-Study eligible students. Opportunities may include manuscript preparation and presenting at conferences, with potential growth into higher-level tasks based on performance.

Qualifications

• Eligible for Federal Work-Study and current year eligibility.
• Campus-based research assistant role with data entry and manuscript support.
• Entry to intermediate levels depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Compile data from interviews, literature, and records.
• Enter data into the department system.
• Assist with data analyses using SAS, Excel, and NVivo.
• Prepare manuscripts and presentation materials.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate participant visits.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Data management

Attention to detail

Education

Equivalency: 1 year of higher education substituted for 1 year of related work experience

Tools

SAS

Excel

NVivo

Job description

Details

Open Date 08/27/2026

Requisition Number PRN17423N

Job Title Hourly Research Assistants

Working Title Hourly Research Assistant (Work Study)

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate, S1 - Entry Level Support

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job? Yes

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 02010 - RMCOEH Center

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $10.92 – $25.20 DOE

Close Date 11/27/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

This position is only available to students awarded a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. Students may not begin working until Federal Work Study Eligibility is confirmed.

Performs varied support functions, including gathering and contributing information or materials for research projects at the Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health ( RMCOEH ). RMCOEH became Utah’s first statutorily established multi-university program in 2021. The Center works especially closely with 10 transdisciplinary Center Program Directors who hold faculty appointments in 4 U of U departments and will work closely with faculty and staff at Weber State University to contribute to the success of this prominent, new legislative initiative and partnership. Opportunities may include authorship on manuscripts, presentations at domestic and international conferences, and development of research skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

1. Compiles data from a variety of sources including interviews, literature sources, and medical and genealogical records.

2. Enters information into department’s computer system.

3. Assists researchers in performing both quantitative and qualitative data analyses in SAS , Excel, NVIVO and other programs.

4. Assists researchers by preparing manuscripts and presentation materials by creating slides, charts, graphs and handouts.

5. Searches sources such as reference works, documents, statistical records and evaluates applicability of collected data to research subject.

6. May assist in data collection including observing and coding meeting behaviors, creation of questionnaires, and interacting with study participants.

7. Drafts correspondence to answer inquiries and responds to requests from agencies about specific projects.

8. Edit research papers, project reports, proposals and curriculum materials prior to publication or presentation.

9. Prepares format for final disposition of data and arranges for the printing and graphic art requirements for printed materials.

10. Maintains an internal library on project information resources and final data collected.

11. Works with research personnel in the design and preparation and recruitment for research projects and in recording data.

12. Schedules appointments, visits, and meetings for meeting participants and clients.

Research Assistant, I

Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory. Tasks will vary by department and research category. Typically, manages the front desk, organizes files, and performs other clerical duties associated with research studies and programs. Recruits participants, verifies eligibility, and enrolls subjects. Schedules participant visits and maintains records. Transports samples or laboratory equipment. Monitors inventory levels and orders supplies. Tasks will vary by department and research category.

Requires little to no related experience.

This is an Entry-Level position in the Support track.

Job Code: S58211

Grade: S14

Research Assistant, II

Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory. Tasks will vary by department and research category. Typically, manages the front desk, organizes files, and performs other clerical duties associated with research studies and programs. Recruits participants, verifies eligibility, and enrolls subjects. Schedules participant visits and maintains records. Transports samples or laboratory equipment. Monitors inventory levels and orders supplies. Tasks will vary by department and research category.

Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track.

Job Code: S58212

Grade: S15

Research Assistant, III

Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory. Tasks will vary by department and research category. Typically, manages the front desk, organizes files, and performs other clerical duties associated with research studies and programs. Recruits participants, verifies eligibility, and enrolls subjects. Schedules participant visits and maintains records. Transports samples or laboratory equipment. Monitors inventory levels and orders supplies. Tasks will vary by department and research category.

Requires 3+ years of related experience.

This is a Skilled Level position in the Support track.

Job Code: S58213

Grade: S16

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

Strong organizational and data management skills including the coding of audio and video transcripts. Ability to handle several responsibilities and work under tight time constraints. The incumbent works under general supervision in the performance of most tasks and may determine the prioritization of routine work assignments and assist in establishing standardized questions for interviews. When compiling information from various sources, particularly interviews, the incumbent must evaluate what is critical to the goals of the study and have the ability to elicit cooperation from participants.

The incumbent must be aware of the various stages during the research project so he/she can give accurate information to outside sources as well as assist in keeping the project on schedule, and able to multi-task with varied assignments and be aware of resources needed to accomplish publishing/printing objectives.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems(“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

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

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