Part-time Research Assistant - Bruening Lab

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Bruening Lab is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support public health nutrition studies. You will help code interviews, collect community data in schools, and conduct literature reviews under supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and collaborative work in a university setting. The ideal candidate shows attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and strong communication skills, with an interest in nutrition and the ability to work both

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication.
• Interest in nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coding interviews.
• Collect community-based data including surveys, interviews, and plate waste data in schools.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Perform other research tasks as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Independent work

Teamwork

Good communication

Interest in nutrition

Job description

## Part-time Research Assistant - Bruening LabApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000080008# **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, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The College of Health and Human Development seeks part-time research technicians to assist with public health nutrition research studies in the Youth & Community Nutrition Impact Research Team under Dr. Meg Bruening. Part-time research assistants will assist with coding interviews, collecting community-based data including but not limited to surveys, interviews, and plate waste data in schools, conducting literature reviews, and other research tasks as assigned. Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and ability to work independently and as part of a team; Good communication; Interest in nutrition **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. **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.Penn State 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.