Student Research Assistant - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Student Research Assistant for the Comprehensive Cancer Center. You will support research studies on how the built environment relates to cancer risk factors, performing data collection with CANVAS and assisting with results translation.

You will receive training, work under supervision, and travel to the Olentangy River Rd site for fieldwork. This temporary role offers 20 hours weekly and a chance to contribute to public health research and university goals.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment as a student at Ohio State.
• Close attention to detail and ability to maintain focus with repetitive tasks.
• Verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research studies on built environment factors and cancer risk outcomes.
• Main responsibility is data collection using CANVAS, a Google Street View API.
• Will be trained to conduct visual assessments and contribute to results translation (posters, manuscripts).

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Sustained focus on repetitive tasks

Education

Enrollment as student at Ohio State

Job description

Job Title

Student Research Assistant - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department

CCC | Sponsored Research-JM

Job Description

Student research assistant for the Comprehensive Cancer Center works under direct supervision of program staff to assist in research studies investigating the roles of multiple aspects of the built environment in cancer risk factors and outcomes; main responsibility is data collection using specialized virtual neighborhood audit techniques; secondary responsibilities focus on assistance in results translation (poster creation and presentation, peer‑reviewed manuscript contributions, etc.). Specifically, students will be trained to conduct visual assessments of built environment factors both in NewJersey and other States for subsequent linkage to various cancer epidemiologic datasets. Students will perform virtual neighborhood audits using a proprietary Google Street View API called CANVAS. Students will be extensively trained in performing this technique and using CANVAS. General built environment factors assessed include neighborhood disinvestment, neighborhood engagement, sidewalk walkability, and advertising environment. The 15 specific indicators that will be used to measure these factors are: presence of garbage/litter, graffiti, large dumpsters, abandoned buildings, building conditions, yard conditions, team sports equipment in public spaces, exterior decorations, outdoor seating, potted plants, road verge conditions, sidewalk presence, sidewalk condition, advertising, and sociopolitical signage. Training will be provided prior to the start of work to ensure student assistants are able to identify indicators reliably. This work will inform public health and other public services, including city planning.

Qualifications

Current enrollment as a student at Ohio State. Close attention to detail, sustained focus with repetitive tasks, and verbal communication skills are required.

Additional Information

Employees will be responsible for travel to and from the work location, which currently is 3650 Olentangy River Rd.

Location: Olentangy River Rd, 3650 (2520)

Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 20

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Equal Opportunity

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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