Public Health Research Assistant (Part-Time)

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Bruening Lab is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support public health nutrition studies. You will help code interviews, collect community data in schools, and conduct literature reviews under supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and collaborative work in a university setting. The ideal candidate shows attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and strong communication skills, with an interest in nutrition and the ability to work both

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication.
• Interest in nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coding interviews.
• Collect community-based data including surveys, interviews, and plate waste data in schools.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Perform other research tasks as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Independent work

Teamwork

Good communication

Interest in nutrition

Job description

Penn State University’s Bruening Lab is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support public health nutrition studies. You will help code interviews, collect community data in schools, and conduct literature reviews under supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and collaborative work in a university setting. The ideal candidate shows attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and strong communication skills, with an interest in nutrition and the ability to work both