Human Research Technologist - Medicine

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Humanities, in Hershey, PA is seeking a full-time Human Research Technologist to work on research activities within the Van Scoy Communication Lab. This position will support research programs related to medical decision making, communication quality analysis and mixed methods research occurring in a variety of settings that include rural, urban, underserved communities and ICU/hospital/healthcare settings.

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

• Data entry into study databases (REDCap) (training provided)
• Preparing research materials and project materials for participant use
• Travel by air, car or train to research events for data collection
• Shipping and tracking project materials to event sites
• Tracking participant stipends and maintaining administrative project databases
• Conducting interviews and focus groups via phone, in-person or via Zoom (training provided)
• Qualitative data analysis (training provided)
• Attending lab meetings as requested
• Scheduling and organizing in-person and video conference meetings
• Other duties as assigned

This is an in‑person, full‑time position for 40 hours per week that we are looking to fill as soon as possible. It is a limited‑term appointment funded for one year from the date of hire with the possibility of re‑funding.

Applicants should have prior experience with administrative duties; have effective communication skills; be familiar with standard research practices; have a strong work ethic; and be able to work well independently and in a group. Prior experience conducting interviews and coding qualitative data is desirable as is experience working in community settings.

• Associate Degree
• No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  None

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

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $38,300.00 – $55,500.00.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support both personal and professional well‑being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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 814‑865‑1473.

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