Part Time Research Assistant

Part‑time Research Coordinator (Human Research Technologist) The Penn State Department of Family and Community Medicine is seeking a part‑time Research Coordinator (Human Research Technologist) to join our fast‑paced, mission‑driven Food as Medicine and preventive health research team. Our team is working to realize a future where everyone can identify, access, prepare, and eat high‑quality, culturally appropriate food to achieve optimal health. We design and conduct rigorous clinical and community‑based research, including NIH‑funded randomized controlled trials to improve dietary intake and health outcomes among individuals with chronic disease. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail‑oriented research professional who thrives in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and is eager to contribute to high‑impact clinical research. Primary Responsibilities Coordinate NIH‑funded randomized controlled trials and related preventive health studies Assist with IRB submissions, modifications, continuing reviews, and regulatory documentation Recruit, consent, and retain research participants Operationalize and maintain study protocols with high fidelity Collect study data, including biomarkers (e.g., blood, urine, blood pressure, weight, saliva) Manage datasets, conduct data quality checks, and prepare reports Contribute to study documentation, progress reports, and dissemination efforts Required Qualifications Human subjects quantitative research experience Demonstrated experience in data management, reporting, and basic statistical analysis Experience operationalizing and implementing human subjects research protocols Willingness to collect clinical biomarkers Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Exceptional interpersonal and written/oral communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities professionally and efficiently Flexibility to work in‑person and remotely, including occasional evenings or weekends Reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications Prior experience with clinical trials in humans Experience with community‑based research At least one year of experience working directly with human research participants The successful candidate must pass a background check. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is closed. This is a fixed‑term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re‑funding. Background Checks/Clearances PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check Campus Location Our campus is located in the beautiful town of Hershey, which features a high quality of life including excellent schools, numerous venues for indoor and outdoor activities, and proximity to major metropolitan centers. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr