PT Research Assistant

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Temple University is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support the Siminoff Research Group in public health research. The role involves participant recruitment, data management, and administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in social/behavioral studies. This position offers a hybrid work format with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree required with at least six months of relevant experience.
• Experience with social/behavioral studies involving interviews and surveys.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting study participants and transcribing audio-recorded interviews.
• Data entry and literature searches.
• Assisting with manuscripts for publication.

Skills

Data entry skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences

Bachelor’s degree in health-related fields

Tools

MS Office

REDCap

Qualtrics

Zotero

PubMed

Job description

Job Description - PT Research Assistant (25000855)

PT Research Assistant - (25000855)

Description

Grade: T23

The link below provides information about the University’s “T” salary structure. A variety of factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, education, experience, internal equity, department budget, and funding source. Learn more about the “T” salary structure.

Research Group and Role

The Siminoff Research Group for Informed Healthcare Decision Making and Effective Communication in the College of Public Health is seeking a part-time research assistant (RA). The RA will assist the principal investigator with research tasks and support projects, including a study on organ donation among Black Americans. Responsibilities include participant recruitment, organizing, transcribing, and managing interview and survey data. Experience in wet labs is NOT relevant. The position may offer a hybrid work format, requiring 15-20 hours per week.

Essential Functions

• Recruiting study participants
• Transcribing audio-recorded interviews
• Data entry
• Literature searches
• Document editing and preparation
• Assisting with manuscripts for publication
• Administrative tasks
• Maintaining study files

Additional duties may be assigned.

Work Environment and Culture

Temple values diversity and inclusion, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and creative environment. We aim to support employees' uniqueness and provide a supportive culture.

Benefits and Application

Visit https://careers.temple.edu/careers-temple to learn more about benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, or health-related fields, with at least six months of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Undergraduate research experience is also acceptable. Experience in wet labs is NOT pertinent.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Experience with social/behavioral studies involving interviews, surveys, and observations
• Experience recruiting hard-to-reach populations
• Transcribing and de-identifying audio recordings
• Handling sensitive participant data
• Knowledge of mixed methods research
• Data entry skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, online data platforms (REDCap, Qualtrics), and academic software (Zotero, PubMed)
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and communicate effectively
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and knowledge of medical terminology

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data collection and analysis software
• Familiarity with search engines, databases, online training platforms, and health disparities

Additional Requirements

This position requires a background check and is grant-funded. The work arrangement is hybrid, at the discretion of Temple University and the department.

Equal Opportunity and Vaccination Policy

Temple University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. All employees must comply with COVID-19 vaccination requirements unless exempted for medical or religious reasons. Details are available on the university’s website.

Legal and Safety Notices

Employees must avoid conflicts of interest and comply with applicable laws and policies, including NCAA regulations where applicable. Additional information can be found on the university’s website and safety reports.

Location

Primary Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Main Campus-1700 N Broad Street

Temple University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, m/f/d/v.

For application assistance, contact 215-204-4008 or email [e-mail].