Part-Time Research Assistant—Medical Decision Making & Data

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in Hershey, PA is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support medical decision-making and communication research across diverse settings, including rural and urban communities. The role involves coordinating IRB activities, assisting with data collection, and managing study documentation with cross-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, experience with REDCap or similar data systems, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an administrative or research support role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with standard research practices, IRB processes, and regulatory documentation.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• IRB and Regulatory Coordination: manage submissions, amendments, and renewals.
• Grant Lifecycle Support: assist with proposal assembly, deadlines, and subaward documentation.
• Project and Timeline Management: track milestones and priorities across studies.
• REDCap Database Entry and Support: data entry, form building, troubleshooting.
• Communication and Correspondence: draft emails, coordinate meetings with study team and collaborators.

Skills

Administrative support

Strong communication

IRB processes

Regulatory documentation

Qualitative data coding

Interview experience

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

REDCap

Job description

Penn State University in Hershey, PA is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support medical decision-making and communication research across diverse settings, including rural and urban communities. The role involves coordinating IRB activities, assisting with data collection, and managing study documentation with cross-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, experience with REDCap or similar data systems, and the ability to work