Part Time - Delirium in Older Adults - Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 37,195; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a part-time Research Assistant for an NIH study on delirium in older adults. Responsibilities include recruiting participants, conducting screenings, and managing data. Candidates should have completed required vaccinations, possess strong communication skills, and preferably have experience in healthcare. The position is based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, with flexible hours between 10–20 per week.

Qualifications

• Completion of COVID-19 vaccination and immunizations required.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting and screening research participants.
• Conduct inter-rater reliability checks.
• Assist with data entry and management.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Data management

Team collaboration

Job description

Part Time - Delirium in Older Adults - Research Assistant

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is looking for a Parttime Research Assistant (RA) for a National Institutes of Health (NIH) Study on Delirium in Hospitalized Older Adults.

We are hiring part‑time RAs for a research project titled “READI-SET-GO: Researching Efficient Approaches to Delirium Identification‑Sustaining Effective Translation to Create Gero‑friendly Organizations”. This implementation study investigates a twice‑daily nurse‑led 2‑step delirium identification screening. The project is being implemented in three communities in PA and MA; funding is based at University Park, PA, some RAs traveling to Hershey for data collection or located in Hershey. We are hiring staff for in‑person data collection at Mount Nittany Medical Center and Hershey Medical Center/Penn State Health in PA; most training and meetings will be virtual. Approximately 10–20 hours per week.

Job Duties

• Assist with in‑person recruiting, consenting, and screening research participants, clinical research procedures, and medical record reviews.
• Conduct inter‑rater reliability checks.
• Assist with data entry, data management, and maintaining data protection & quality.
• May assist with literature search and other research work assigned.
• Attend and contribute to scheduled team meetings.
• Assist with marketing and communication where needed.
• Other duties as needed to carry out study procedures.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must have completed the COVID‑19 vaccination and other required immunizations at least 2 weeks prior to employment, as required by clinical research sites.
• Must be a team player who can work with faculty and all research team members, and also work independently to meet project deadlines.
• Strong professional and interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Preference may be given to individuals specializing in healthcare or related fields who have experience working with older adults with cognitive impairment or delirium.
• All applicants must upload a Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume for full consideration.
• Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Contact: Dr. Donna Fick ([e-mail]). Salary $18.00–$27.00 per hour, depending on experience.

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