Child Health Research Center - Human Research Technologist (Data Collector)

• →This position requires regular travel throughout central Pennsylvania and surrounding communities to conduct research activities, engage participants, and support community-based data collection efforts.
• →This position requires a flexible schedule to include working some evenings and weekends, primarily to accommodate the availability of participating families.
• →This position is based at Penn State's University Park campus in State College, PA, and follows a hybrid work arrangement that includes regular weekly on-campus presence, with some opportunities for remote work. 

• →Conduct participant recruitment, enrollment, retention, and data collection activities for human subjects research studies.
• →Coordinate in-person and remote research visits, including travel to community, school, healthcare, and participant sites.
• →Maintain study records, databases, regulatory documentation, and data quality standards.
• →Support study implementation, compliance activities, and progress reporting across multiple research projects.
• →Collaborate with research teams, participants, and community partners to ensure successful study execution and achievement of project goals.

• Experience supporting human subjects, clinical, community-based, or behavioral research, including participant recruitment, data collection, and study coordination.
• Knowledge of human subjects protections, informed consent procedures, and IRB requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, research databases, and electronic data collection systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based research environment while maintaining high standards of data quality and accuracy.

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter.

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