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POSITION SPECIFICS
Investigators at Penn State Beaver and Penn State New Kensington are seeking applicants for part-time job of Research Assistant. The successful candidate will support research on domestic violence and substance use disorders.
Job Duties
- Conducting comprehensive literature reviews based on specified analytical criteria.
- Summarizing, synthesizing, and identifying patterns across relevant studies.
Assisting in the preparation and development of scholarly manuscripts. Performing additional research-related tasks as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Products (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Excellent organizational and time management skills without micromanagement, the ability to work independently, and the ability to act ethically with research subjects and data.
- Fluent English language writing, speaking, and comprehension.
- Ability to collaborate with others in a positive and productive way.
- Must (a) pass and maintain CITI training status.
- (Preferred) Undergraduate degree in health sciences, public health, or related field.
Schedule: 5 to 10 hours per week
Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $15.00 per hour.
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