Part-Time Research Assistant — SNAP-Ed & Food as Medicine

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Research Assistant in Hershey, PA, to support community-engaged nutrition initiatives. You will assist in delivering SNAP-Ed and Food as Medicine programming, conduct educational sessions, and engage in community farming efforts.

The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, a passion for nutrition, and experience in varied community settings. Flexibility to travel locally and adapt programming for diverse audiences is required. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving food access and health equity.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Strong culinary skills and foundational nutrition knowledge.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver SNAP-Ed and Food as Medicine programming in low-income community settings.
• Conduct engaging nutrition education sessions, food tastings, and cooking demonstrations.
• Collect, manage, and report evaluation data to assess individual- and community-level impact.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Culinary skills

Nutrition knowledge

Community engagement

Education

Background in community nutrition, public health, dietetics or related field

Tools

REDCap

Excel

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Research Assistant in Hershey, PA, to support community-engaged nutrition initiatives. You will assist in delivering SNAP-Ed and Food as Medicine programming, conduct educational sessions, and engage in community farming efforts.

The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, a passion for nutrition, and experience in varied community settings. Flexibility to travel locally and adapt programming for diverse audiences is required. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving food access and health equity.