Research Support - Part Time

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in Hershey, PA, is seeking a part-time summer hire to support the Contraceptive Policies Study within the College of Medicine, Department of Medicine. The role focuses on data collection, data interpretation, and manuscript preparation for a project funded by the Society of Family Planning.

The position involves collaboration with the research team and faculty, with details and application managed through internal processes. Summer 2026 timeframe applies.

Qualifications

• Assist with data collection for the Contraceptive Policies Study.
• Assist with data interpretation and manuscript preparation.
• Support project activities in a summer part-time capacity.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection and data interpretation for contraceptive policy study.
• Prepare and contribute to manuscripts under supervision.

Job description

## Research Support - Part TimeApplylocations: College of Medicinetime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000080875# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Contraceptive Policies Study research team (PI: Cynthia Chuang, MD, MSc) is seeking a part time hire in summer 2026 to assist with data collection, data interpretation, and manuscript preparation to work at the Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Medicine. This research team is currently funded by a grant from the Society of Family Planning to study how Medicaid policies are affecting contraceptive use and sterilization rate among low income individuals. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.