Part-time Research Assistant - Bruening Lab

Job Description

The College of Health and Human Development seeks part‑time research technicians to assist with public health nutrition research studies in the Youth & Community Nutrition Impact Research Team under Dr. Meg Bruening.

• Code interviews.
• Collect community‑based data such as surveys, interviews, and plate waste data in schools.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Perform other research tasks as assigned.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain good communication skills and interest in nutrition.

• Strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Good communication skills.
• Interest in nutrition.

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check.
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form.
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

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