Human Research Technologist - Family and Community Medicine

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University invites applications for a Human Research Technologist in the Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Family and Community Medicine in Hershey, PA. The role provides research support for Dr.

Jennifer Moss, including IRB materials, participant recruitment, data collection, and REDCap data management. The position requires organization, strong communication, and the ability to work independently within a team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; no prior relevant work experience required–or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For the Intermediate Professional track: Associate Degree with 2+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare study IRB materials and related documentation.
• Recruit and enroll study participants; collect and manage data.
• Maintain REDCap databases and related data management tasks.
• Prepare and mail study materials and manage distribution of compensation and self-sampling kits.
• Support study implementation and manuscript drafting as appropriate.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Associate Degree

Associate Degree (Intermediate)

Tools

REDCap

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Family and Community Medicine in Hershey, PA is seeing a Human Research Technologist. This Human Research Technologist position will provide research support for Dr. Jennifer Moss in Family and Community Medicine as well as assist the Department of FCM as necessary.

• Preparing study IRB materials
• Study participant recruitment and enrollment
• Data collection activities
• Data management–Development and maintenance of REDCap databases
• Preparing and mailing study materials
• Distribution and tracking of study materials, including compensation and self-sampling kits
• Study closeout procedures
• Manuscript writing/preparation, as appropriate.
• Assisting with study implementation Abstract/poster submission drafting

Candidates should be able to work independently and have excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work in a team environment, and the ability to contribute to the Penn State College of Medicine and FCM’s missions. Facility with the Microsoft Office suite of programs, descriptive statistics, and Penn State COM IRB are preferred.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

• If filled as Human Research Technologist - Health and Medicine - Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education. Required Certifications: None
• If filled as Human Research Technologist - Health and Medicine - Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $40,608.00 - $64,668.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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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.

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