Human Research Technologist - Medicine

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Sciamanna team in the Department of Medicine at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Human Research Technologist who is passionate about improving health equity. The research team is dedicated to increasing the percentage of American adults who are physically active each week through physical activity programs. Specifically, the team’s goal is to design programs that are effective, keep participants engaged, and can be implemented in different populations. This position will assist on a diversity supplement by working with external Hispanic and Latino community organizations as well as community health clinics to recruit and onboard underrepresented older adults with mobility issues into a strength training study.

 

Responsibilities include: Recruit study participants by attending community events and describing study procedures, risks, benefits, and eligibility requirements; schedule and complete data collection assessments/measurements for the study; maintain participant database; maintain team study supplies and equipment; participate in study meetings. Study training will be provided.

 

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be eager to engage with study participants and community partners, and have familiarity with technology. Prior background working in a research support role or within a community context is preferred. Individuals who are bilingual in English and Spanish, and those who identify as being members of underrepresented minoritized (URM) communities or have experience working with such communities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Minimum Education

Associate's Degree

Minimum Experience

No prior relevant work experience required

Equivalency

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

 

This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with excellent possibility of refunding. 

 

This position will require periodic travel throughout the Harrisburg, Lebanon, and Lancaster area. This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.  This position may also require occasional evening/weekend availability as events require. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

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 pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$38,300.00 - $55,500.00

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