Part Time Research Support Assistant - Family & Community Medicine

Penn State College of Medicine

Hershey, PA, US
Hybrid
Strong interpersonal skills for diverse populations
Experience delivering education programs to groups
Reliable transportation for community travel
The Penn State College of Medicine is seeking a part-time Research Support Assistant to contribute to community-based nutrition education initiatives, particularly targeting SNAP-eligible individuals. The role involves delivering educational programming, coordinating outreach efforts, and fostering community engagement in a collaborative research team environment

Job Summary

  • The position supports Food as Medicine initiatives within the Department of Family and Community Medicine at Penn State College of Medicine.
  • Candidates will coordinate and deliver SNAP Ed and nutrition education programming to diverse, low-income communities in Dauphin and Lebanon counties.
  • This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with community members and organizations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Penn State College of Medicine is seeking a part-time Research Support Assistant to contribute to community-based nutrition education initiatives, particularly targeting SNAP-eligible individuals. The role involves delivering educational programming, coordinating outreach efforts, and fostering community engagement in a collaborative research team environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong interpersonal skills for diverse populations
  • Experience delivering education programs to groups
  • Reliable transportation for community travel
  • Ability to prepare food for site visits
  • Comfortable collecting outcomes data

Nice-to-have

  • Spanish language fluency
  • Familiarity with social media platforms
  • Experience with Adobe Suite or Canva
  • Background in community engagement outreach

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance
  • Federal FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Work Rights

Not specified

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