Temporary Research Study Assistant

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Job summary

Northwestern University in Chicago seeks a Temporary Research Study Assistant for the PPHIG Lab. This part-time role (20 hours per week) runs August through December 2026, with potential extension or transition to a full-time position.

You will support data collection and project coordination under lab faculty guidance. Responsibilities include building REDCap surveys, assisting with IRB submissions, preparing grant materials, and organizing data in Excel while contributing to various ongoing

Qualifications

• Organization and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with REDCap and/or Excel is a plus.
• Strong communication and time management across multiple projects.
• Interest in psychology or public health research.

Responsibilities

• Build surveys in REDCap and input data accurately.
• Conduct qualitative interviews as needed.
• Prepare grant proposals and IRB submissions.
• Register studies on ClinicalTrials.gov.
• Organize and manage research data in Excel.
• Support ongoing lab activities and coordination.

Skills

Organization

Multi-tasking

REDCap

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Project coordination

Tools

REDCap

Excel

Job description

Department: Temp Center

Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Position: Temporary Research Study Assistant

Hours: part-time (20 hours per week/Flex)

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Campus: Chicago

Approximate start date: 8/3/2026

Approximate end date: 12/31/2026

Temporary Job Description

The PPHIG Lab is seeking a temporary Research Study Assistant (50-100% effort) to join our collaborative research team from August through December 2026, with the possibility of extension or transition into a full‑time, benefits‑eligible position. You'll work closely with Drs. Judy Moskowitz and Liz Addington on research focused on understanding how positive emotions help people navigate stress, strengthen coping, and improve overall well‑being.

Our lab develops and tests innovative behavioral interventions designed to increase positive emotions and enhance psychological and physical health across diverse populations. As a Research Study Assistant, you'll gain hands‑on experience with every stage of the research process, including building surveys in REDCap, conducting qualitative interviews, preparing grant proposals and IRB submissions, registering studies on ClinicalTrials.gov, organizing and managing research data in Excel, and supporting a variety of ongoing research activities.

We are looking for someone who is organized, curious, and eager to contribute to meaningful research while developing hands‑on skills across all phases of the clinical and behavioral research process. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone considering graduate training in psychology, public health, medicine, or a related field.

Qualifications Required

• Organization, multi‑tasking, experience with REDCap and/or Excel a plus, strong communication, attention to detail, ability to work across multiple projects, time management.

In addition to salary, this temporary position is eligible for paid time off and paid sick time in accordance with Northwestern University policies. This position is not eligible for other benefits offered to regular staff positions.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non‑discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.