Part-Time Research Assistant — Nutrition & Community Health

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Dr. Amy Moore in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Penn State is hiring a motivated, detail-oriented individual for a part-time position to assist with research projects on nutrition, health, and well-being in community-based settings, particularly among families in rural communities.

This position provides hands‑on research experience. Responsibilities include developing and reviewing research materials, data collection, literature searches, and community-engaged activities with the

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and review of intervention and recruitment materials and data collection instruments.
• Assist with data collection and maintaining research records including detailed spreadsheets and data tracking systems.
• Conduct searches of scientific literature related to lab research projects.
• Participate in community-engaged activities with the research team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Independent or team work

Job description

Dr. Amy Moore in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Penn State is hiring a motivated, detail-oriented individual for a part-time position to assist with research projects on nutrition, health, and well-being in community-based settings, particularly among families in rural communities.

This position provides hands‑on research experience. Responsibilities include developing and reviewing research materials, data collection, literature searches, and community-engaged activities with the