Human Research Technologist - Public Health Sciences
at Penn State University
Hershey, Pennsylvania, USA -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 10 Nov, 2024 | Not Specified | 11 Aug, 2024 | 1 year(s) or above | Medicine,Program Evaluation,Investigation,Research Projects,Site Visits,Data Analysis,Project Communications,Health,Statistical Software,Collaborative Environment,Redcap,Data Collection,Core Strength,Microsoft Office,Management Skills,Community Health | No | No |
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Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Public Health Sciences, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a full-time Human Research Technologist – Health and Medicine – Intermediate Professional to work with the Advancing Community Health Through Implementation Science (ACTION) Team under the direction of William Calo, PhD, JD. The position will work on investigator-led studies focusing on cancer prevention through HPV vaccination and other health topics with a focus on implementation science. The HRT will work on multiple aspects of research studies, including, but not limited to, protocol development and compliance, participant recruitment, scheduling, data collection and management, data analyses, and dissemination of study findings.
Applicants should possess very strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work well both independently and in a collaborative environment. Experience with data analysis using statistical software, the IRB, Microsoft Office, and REDCap is preferred. The person recruited for this position will receive training in implementation science and other research methodologies.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Schedule, coordinate, and conduct web-based and in-person events and research site visits
- Serve as a liaison to internal departments/research units and external organizations
- Coordinate project communications with researchers, study staff, and community partners
- Develop materials and protocols for research projects
- Support program evaluation, including data collection, database set-up, data entry, and analyses
Assist with project reporting and dissemination of findingsSupport community partners through technical assistance about the implementation and evaluation of evidence-based programs
Minimum Education & Experience
Associate’s degree, 2+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding.
The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:
- Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
- Pennsylvania Child Abuse History
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$42,100.00 - $61,000.00
Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State’s job and salary structure.
Responsibilities:
- Schedule, coordinate, and conduct web-based and in-person events and research site visits
- Serve as a liaison to internal departments/research units and external organizations
- Coordinate project communications with researchers, study staff, and community partners
- Develop materials and protocols for research projects
- Support program evaluation, including data collection, database set-up, data entry, and analyses
- Assist with project reporting and dissemination of findingsSupport community partners through technical assistance about the implementation and evaluation of evidence-based program
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:1.0Max:6.0 year(s)
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Hershey, PA, USA