Temporary Research Assistant

University of Pennsylvania; United (PA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to support a randomized trial evaluating healthy food policies. The RA will conduct Sunday dietary recall interviews by phone using NDSR and handle data entry into NDSR and REDCap.

The position is located in Philadelphia, PA within the Perelman School of Medicine's Center for Food and Nutrition Policy. Salary ranges based on qualifications and external market data for this level.

Qualifications

• Experience with data collection for clinical or public health research.
• Proficiency with data capture tools (REDCap).
• Ability to conduct dietary recall interviews is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cover Sunday dietary recall interviews by phone using NDSR.
• Enter data accurately into NDSR and REDCap.

Job description

Temporary Research Assistant

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 & WorldReport 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.

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 protected under 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 benefits to 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.

Equal Employment 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 protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.