Part-time Research Associate

Penn State University

State College, Pennsylvania, US
Hybrid
Detail-oriented and motivated researcher
Strong written communication skills
Organizational skills for research tasks
Penn State University is seeking a part-time Research Associate to support projects in environmental health and safety engineering. The role involves tasks such as literature reviews, data collection and analysis, and assisting with human subjects research, requiring strong communication and organizational skills

Job Summary

  • This one-year position supports ongoing projects in environmental health and safety engineering at Penn State University.
  • The role involves conducting literature reviews, organizing research tasks, and assisting with human subjects research activities.
  • Candidates must be able to maintain data confidentiality and perform basic statistical analysis using tools like R, Python, or Matlab.

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Penn State University is seeking a part-time Research Associate to support projects in environmental health and safety engineering. The role involves tasks such as literature reviews, data collection and analysis, and assisting with human subjects research, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Detail-oriented and motivated researcher
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Organizational skills for research tasks
  • Familiarity with scientific literature
  • Ability to work independently

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Excel or statistical software
  • French language proficiency
  • Knowledge of West African projects
  • Background in engineering or STEM fields

Key Requirements

  • Pursuing a degree in engineering or related STEM field
  • Successful completion of background checks
  • Confidentiality in human subjects research

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