Part Time - Dementia Research - Research Evaluator

Job Description and Position Requirements The research team at Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is hiring part-time research evaluators for projects focused on dementia care in assisted living settings. The research evaluator will assist with in-person recruitment, consent, data collection, and data entry along with other duties. The on-site recruitment and data collection activities are projected to begin in early 5 and continue through Fall of 5 . The research evaluator will need to travel to study sites located around State College, Harrisburg, Hershey, and other nearby locations as needed. Job Duties Assist with in-person recruitment, consent process, and screening of research participants. Perform research procedures at assisted living settings including data collection, data entry, data management, and maintaining data protections. Assist with other research work as assigned. Attend scheduled team meetings (in‑person and online). Requirements and Qualifications Complete the COVID‑ vaccination at least 2 weeks prior to employment as required by clinical research sites. Be able to work in person at several clinical research sites in central PA including but not limited to State College, Harrisburg, Hershey, and nearby locations. Be available for on-site data collection and other research activities during the spring, summer and fall of 5 . Complete human subject research training as directed. Be able to collaborate with the PI and research team to meet project deadlines. Be able to work independently to keep the project on track. Preference may be given to individuals with experience in healthcare or related field, experience with older adults with cognitive impairment or in long‑term care settings, and prior research experience (e.g., data collection and management). The research evaluator will work approximately hours a week with the possibility for more hours depending on the project schedule and will be compensated at $. - $. per hour depending on the experience. If you are interested, please contact the project PI, Dr. Anju Paudel at . Background Checks / Clearances Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Campus Security Crime Statistics Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 8, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, including those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review . 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 --3. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. #J-18808-Ljbffr