Research Assistant

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Research Assistant to provide research and technical support for projects in the Department of Emergency Medicine - CC. You will assist with interviews, transcription, and preparation of research reports while developing data collection tools and recruitment strategies.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in a relevant field, 2 years of word processing and data management experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in biology, public health, sociology or a healthcare related field.
• 2 years experience with word processing software and familiarity with database design and management.
• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of project designing.
• Skilled in written and verbal communications.

Responsibilities

• Provides research support services as directed by the Senior Research Team.
• Assists with conducting individual and group interviews and transcribing qualitative interviews.
• Assists with writing all research-related reports.
• Creates data collection and management tools.
• Develops recruitment strategies to meet enrollment requirements.
• Prepares informed consent and IRB-related materials for review within deadlines.

Skills

Multitasking

Written communications

Verbal communications

Data collection

Interview transcription

Education

Associate's degree in biology/public health/sociology or healthcare field

Tools

Word processing

Database design & management

Job description

Research Assistant | Lehigh Valley Health NetworkSkip to main contentAccessibility help# Research AssistantFull-TimeDay ShiftDepartmentDept Of Emergency Medicine - CCShift DetailsDay Shift, M-F daysApply NowJob IDwd-JR139485PostedAugust 14, 2026# Research AssistantApply NowSearch More Jobs**Join a team that delivers excellence.**Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional healthcare experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best healthcare possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.**Summary** Provides research and technical support to projects as assigned. **Job Duties*** Provides research support services as directed by the Senior Research Team.* Assists with conducting individual and group interviews transcribing qualitative interviews.* Assists with transcribing qualitative interviews.* Assists with writing all research-related reports and ensures they are clear, concise, and completed prior to deadlines.* Creates data collection and management tools.* Creates surveys using approved software.* Develops recruitment strategies to meet enrollment requirements.* Develops structured system with documentation.* Prepares the informed consent and all IRB-related materials for review within established submission deadlines.**Minimum Qualifications*** Associate’s Degree in biology, public health, sociology or a healthcare related field* 2 years experience with word processing software and a familiarity with database design and management.* Ability to multitask.* Knowledge of project designing.* Skilled in written and verbal communications.**Preferred Qualifications*** Bachelor’s Degree in biology, public health, sociology or a healthcare related field**Physical Demands** Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, \*patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY. Opens in new tab.Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.ApplyDiscover more about our mission and values on our about page.## LocationLehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg2545 Schoenersville Rd, 18017-7326, Bethlehem, United States