Part-time Research Assistant

Job Description and Position Requirements

The Department of Public Health Sciences at Penn State College of Medicine is seeking a part‑time student research assistant to support a funded research project examining climate‑related environmental exposures and pregnancy outcomes. The student will work under the supervision of Dr. Kristin Sznajder and collaborate with a counterpart at Penn State Harrisburg on field entomological activities for mosquito sampling and integration with climate data. This role offers experience in maternal and reproductive health research, environmental epidemiology, field entomology, and mixed‑methods research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews.
• Manage and document research data.
• Prepare and analyze quantitative data.
• Recruit participants and collect qualitative data.
• Perform qualitative coding.
• Prepare research reports, presentations, abstracts, and manuscripts.
• Support field entomological activities for mosquito sampling and integrate findings with climate data.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Interest in public health research.
• Experience with statistical software, qualitative research, or data management (preferred but not required).

Background Checks / Clearances

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