Part-Time Research Assistant: Qualitative Data Coding

University of Utah Health Research; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Research seeks one to two student research assistants to support NIH-funded work in Population Health Sciences. This part-time hourly position runs from November 2026 to December 2027, with possible extension based on performance and funding.

Responsibilities include training in rapid qualitative data approaches, coding interview transcripts, and participating in team meetings. Requires three years of undergrad or current MS/MPH, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of undergraduate coursework or current MS/MPH or similar graduate student.
• Strong work habits including punctuality and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and with an interdisciplinary team. No travel is required.
• Use of typical Microsoft Office software, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Candidate must be willing to comply with all local UU requirements for work (background check).

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly team meetings with the research team, as schedule allows.
• Support data tracking, data coding, and qualitative analysis as needed for the BHF trial.
• Attend implementation support sessions with community-based implementation teams for note-taking and other data collection needs.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Maintain frequent communication with UU staff and researchers.

Skills

Qualitative research

Data coding

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate coursework (3 years)

MS/MPH or similar graduate student

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

University of Utah Health Research seeks one to two student research assistants to support NIH-funded work in Population Health Sciences. This part-time hourly position runs from November 2026 to December 2027, with possible extension based on performance and funding.

Responsibilities include training in rapid qualitative data approaches, coding interview transcripts, and participating in team meetings. Requires three years of undergrad or current MS/MPH, and proficiency with