University of Utah Health Research
Graduate Research Assist (RA)
University of Utah Health Research, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Graduate Research Assist (RA)
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Open Date: 12/09/2025 Close Date: 01/09/2026 Location: Campus, Salt Lake City, UT Position Type: Part-Time (up to 20 hours per week) Pay Rate Range: Not disclosed Division: 00952 - Division of Epidemiology Department: Program for Addiction Research, Clinical Care, Knowledge and Advocacy (PARCKA) Job Summary
This position is within the Division of Epidemiology’s
Program for Addiction Research, Clinical Care, Knowledge and Advocacy (PARCKA) . PARCKA is an interdisciplinary team aiming to improve the lives of those affected by substance use. This position is part-time (up to 20 hours per week) and generally on-site at our office in Research Park on the University of Utah campus. This position is currently funded for the spring semester, with the possibility of extension through the summer semester. Key Responsibilities
Proactively contact enrolled participants at designated time points and complete structured assessments over the phone. Maintain study blinding to participants’ randomized arm. Accurately document interactions and ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements. Obtain a notary license if required and notarize study‑related forms. Travel to a variety of sites both within and outside the University campus to obtain data. Evaluate questionnaires for accuracy and completeness, review against source documents, and edit as needed. Contact study participants by phone to verify data. Conduct safety and mental‑health screenings with study participants and complete all required documentation and follow‑up procedures. Qualifications
Current University of Utah graduate student. Strong communication skills and attention to detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to protocol requirements. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and REDCap preferred. Comfortable discussing medical and mental‑health conditions with participants and responding with professionalism and sensitivity. Minimum Qualifications
Current University of Utah graduate student who is supported on the Tuition Benefit Program. Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Statement:
The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah.
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Graduate Research Assist (RA)
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University of Utah Health Research . Details
Open Date: 12/09/2025 Close Date: 01/09/2026 Location: Campus, Salt Lake City, UT Position Type: Part-Time (up to 20 hours per week) Pay Rate Range: Not disclosed Division: 00952 - Division of Epidemiology Department: Program for Addiction Research, Clinical Care, Knowledge and Advocacy (PARCKA) Job Summary
This position is within the Division of Epidemiology’s
Program for Addiction Research, Clinical Care, Knowledge and Advocacy (PARCKA) . PARCKA is an interdisciplinary team aiming to improve the lives of those affected by substance use. This position is part-time (up to 20 hours per week) and generally on-site at our office in Research Park on the University of Utah campus. This position is currently funded for the spring semester, with the possibility of extension through the summer semester. Key Responsibilities
Proactively contact enrolled participants at designated time points and complete structured assessments over the phone. Maintain study blinding to participants’ randomized arm. Accurately document interactions and ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements. Obtain a notary license if required and notarize study‑related forms. Travel to a variety of sites both within and outside the University campus to obtain data. Evaluate questionnaires for accuracy and completeness, review against source documents, and edit as needed. Contact study participants by phone to verify data. Conduct safety and mental‑health screenings with study participants and complete all required documentation and follow‑up procedures. Qualifications
Current University of Utah graduate student. Strong communication skills and attention to detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to protocol requirements. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and REDCap preferred. Comfortable discussing medical and mental‑health conditions with participants and responding with professionalism and sensitivity. Minimum Qualifications
Current University of Utah graduate student who is supported on the Tuition Benefit Program. Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Statement:
The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah.
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