Medical Humanities Research Assistant
Division: CAS Department: Humanities
Experience: Entry-Level
Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Robert Musick
FWS, IWS, or Grant Funded: ☒ FWS, ☐ IWS, ☐ Grant Funded
Avg. Hours/Week: ☐ 1-5, ☒ 6-10, ☐ 11-15, ☐ 16-20
Requested Start Date: 08/25/2026 Term of Position: ☐ Summer, ☒ Fall, ☒ Spring
The Medical Humanities Research Assistant is a Federal Work-Study position that supports faculty and staff in conducting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of medicine, healthcare, ethics, humanities, and community health. The student employee assists with literature reviews, data collection, research organization, and scholarly dissemination while developing research, analytical, and professional skills in an academic environment.
Responsibilities and Career Competencies
- Conduct literature reviews and summarize relevant healthcare and medical humanities research. (CT, T, CSD)
- Collect, organize, and manage research data while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards. (CT, P, T)
- Prepare research summaries, bibliographies, briefs, presentations, posters, manuscripts, and grant materials. (C, CT, T, CSD)
- Participate in research meetings and collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and community partners. (C, TW, P)
- Support community-engaged research, including outreach, surveys, interviews, and educational activities. (C, TW, CTR)
- Use research software and digital tools to maintain data, files, and project documentation. (T, CT, P)
- Analyze findings, identify trends, and contribute to research reports. (CT, C)
- Manage assignments and deadlines independently while demonstrating initiative and professional growth. (CSD, L, P)
Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)
Qualifications
- Current UPIKE student in good academic standing.
- Strong written, communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to conduct academic research and use databases, Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, and related technology.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow ethical research practices.
- Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
- Interest in medical humanities, healthcare, public health, ethics, or related research preferred.
In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.
Computer Skills: ☒ Word, ☒ Excel, ☒ PowerPoint, ☐ Canva, ☐ Social Media & New Technology, ☐ Other: _________________________
Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☐ Public speaking, ☒ Written & verbal communication, ☐ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things
Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ___; ☐ M ___ to ___; ☐ T ___ to ___; ☐ W ___ to ___; ☐ R ___ to ___; ☐ F ___ to ___; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☒ Hours vary depending on workload (Check days that apply, insert hours if set, otherwise, check “Hours vary depending on workload”.)
Work Conditions: ☐ Heat, ☐ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☐ Machinery, ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents, ☐ Other: _________________________
Physical Demands: ☒ Keyboarding, ☐ Reaching/Handling, ☐ Stooping/Kneeling, ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☐ Pushing up to ___ lbs., ☐ Pulling up to ___ lbs., ☐ Lifting up to ___ lbs., ☐ Carrying up to ___ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _________________________
Number of Positions: One
Pay Rate: 8.75/Hour
Location: Building: ADM, Room #: 000
Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
