Part-Time Research Assistant - Social Science Research Institute

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking part-time Research Assistants for the Social Science Research Institute. The role involves supporting research projects through various tasks, including coding, material design, transcription, and database management. This opportunity is ideal for students or individuals with relevant experience looking to contribute to diverse research initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in research support tasks such as coding and programming.
• Ability to manage databases effectively.
• Proficient in transcription and material design.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to investigators on research projects.
• Code and design new materials or redesign existing ones.
• Manage databases and perform transcription tasks.

Skills

Coding

Database Management

Transcription

Material Design

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Social Science Research Institute is seeking candidates for Part-Time Research Assistant positions.

Responsibilities will include providing support to investigators on research projects such as coding, designing new materials, or re-design existing materials, transcription, programming, database management, etc.

These are part-time positions for no more than 20 hours per week.

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