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The Pennsylvania State University

Part-Time Research Assistant, PCAT Project

The Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pennsylvania, United States

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Part‑Time Research Assistant, PCAT Project United States, Pennsylvania, University Park

Application Process

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student): login to Workday for internal application. Do not apply here.

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university): login to Workday for student application. Do not apply here.

Non‑employee or non‑student: click "Apply" to complete external applicant process.

Remote and Hybrid Work

Approval is not guaranteed regardless of location. For additional information, refer to Notice to Out of State Applicants.

Job Description and Position Requirements

We are accepting applications for part‑time Research Assistants. Selected candidates will assist with the PCAT project, including in‑person data collection.

Responsibilities

Conduct Zoom interviews with parents

Set up testing space and equipment (e.g., fNIRS, EEG, ECG, mobile eye tracking)

Interact with families

Post flyers and make recruitment phone calls to families

Coding parent‑child interaction tasks

Complete CITI Training

Use Google Calendar, Slack, Canvas, and Microsoft OneDrive

Receive training on data collection, behavioral coding, and equipment handling

Background Checks/Clearances

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

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.

The Pennsylvania State University 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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