Part-Time Research Assistant- Landscape Contracting - Margaret Hoffman

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established university seeks a research assistant for a temporary role, assisting faculty with various research tasks. This position offers flexible hours and involves data collection, literature reviews, and technical writing. Ideal for those passionate about research and looking to gain experience in an academic environment. Join a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to advancing equity and sustainability while contributing to impactful research projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply sound research techniques and logical critical analysis.
• Effective written communication for technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Research and collect data using complex techniques.
• Conduct literature reviews of qualitative and quantitative studies.

Skills

Research Techniques

Data Collection

Technical Writing

Effective Communication

Critical Analysis

Job description

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

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

This job will be assisting the faculty member in a variety of research tasks. As a temporary position, hours are offered on a project-by-project basis. Flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Researches and collects data through complex techniques and procedures.
• Conduct a literature review of qualitative and quantitative studies.
• Clean and organize secondary quantitative data from various resources.
• Writes and edits technical materials for publication.
• Reports on the status of research activities.
  

Requirements and qualification

• Ability to apply sound research techniques, methodology, and logical critical analysis.
• Effective written communication with the ability to write technical reports.
• Ability to work independently in a remote/distributed work environment.
• Communicate effectively with faculty concerning research project

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