Part Time Research Specialist
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 May 16, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Sciamanna Lab at Penn State College of Medicine within the Department of Medicine is seeking 4 Part-time Research Specialists. The Sciamanna Lab has its mission to double the percentage of American adults who are physically active each week, from less than 10% to more than 20%. To accomplish this mission, the Sciamanna Lab designs and tests specific physical activity programs to engineer programs that are effective, have high rates of adherence, and are designed to be scalable to every region of the US. This work is done primarily with funding from grants from the National Institutes of Health, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), as well as other federal, state, and University funders. This position will work in a research support role, working with other faculty and research study staff, as well as exercise instructors working on the research project, funded by Dr. Sciamanna's research grant. Responsibilities include: leading remote exercise coaching sessions for research interventions in older adults with mobility disability; training and observing research staff members conducting these remote coaching sessions; performing quality improvement evaluations on remote coaching sessions; developing training/improvement plans to improve quality of remote coaching sessions; attending meetings with faculty and research study to discuss and revise protocol; and collaborating with research study staff to oversee operations of the active research study and ensure program compliance with University policies; and other functions as assigned by Dr. Sciamanna. The ideal candidate will have experience with exercise training in older adults using remote instruction. Previous experience in a research environment is preferred. In addition to experience, the candidate will also have the following traits: detail-oriented, enthusiasm for exercise/fitness, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational skills; and strong writing skills. 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. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |