Temporary Research Assistant

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 9,600 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Job summary

The Center for Food and Nutrition Policy at the Perelman School of Medicine of the University of Pennsylvania seeks a Temporary Research Assistant to support data collection for a randomized controlled trial evaluating healthy food policies. Responsibilities include conducting Sunday dietary recall interviews by phone using NDSR and entering data into NDSR and REDCap.

Applicants will join a dynamic team within the Center and support data collection, entry, and quality control efforts for the

Qualifications

• Assist with data collection for a randomized, controlled trial.
• Cover Sunday dietary recall interviews over the phone using NDSR.
• Enter accurate data in NDSR and REDCap as part of procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct dietary recall interviews.
• Maintain data quality and integrity for study records.
• Assist with data entry and management in NDSR and REDCap.

Tools

NDSR

REDCap

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job Title

Temporary Research Assistant

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Temporary Research Assistant

Job Description

The Center for Food and Nutrition Policy at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is in need of a Temporary Research Assistant (RA) to assist with data collection for a randomized, controlled trial designed to evaluate the effect of healthy food policies on food shopping and eating behaviors. The RA will be responsible for covering Sunday dietary recall interviews over the phone using the program NDSR. The RA will also complete accurate data entry into NDSR and REDCap as part of these procedures.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$7.25 - $25.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health and Life : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefitsto protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Retirement :Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.