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LER Research Assistant

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Summary

This part-time Research Assistant role at Penn State's School of Labor and Employment Relations focuses on qualitative research support. You will assist in conducting interviews, transcribing data, and performing analyses, requiring specialized skills in qualitative methodologies.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience conducting and documenting in-depth qualitative interviews.
  • Experience applying culturally sensitive interviewing techniques.
  • Ability to manage confidential research data.
  • Experience conducting scholarly literature reviews.
  • Prior training and experience in qualitative research methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct interviews
  • Transcribe interviews
  • Perform data analyses

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Interviewing Skills
  • Transcribing
  • Cultural Sensitivity

About the company

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Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences

  • Higher Education
  • 51–200
The Huck Institutes catalyze and facilitate excellence in interdisciplinary research and education in the life sciences at Penn State University. We are dedicated to strengthening research in the life sciences, preparing students for successful careers, and encouraging new perspectives across disciplinary boundaries.

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Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The School of Labor and Employment Relations is seeking applicants for part-time Research Assistant. The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include assisting the following:


  • Conducting Interviews
  • Transcribing Interviews
  • Data Analyses

The duties associated with this position require specialized qualitative research skills that go beyond routine administrative or research support functions. The individual must have demonstrated experience conducting and documenting in-depth qualitative interviews, applying culturally sensitive interviewing techniques, managing confidential research data, conducting scholarly literature reviews, and supporting qualitative data analysis. These responsibilities require prior training and experience in qualitative research methodologies and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

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.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

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