About this role
Health Sciences Research Assistant
Responsibilities: conducting research, managing data, writing reports.
Requirements: Requires an undergraduate degree; strong communication and writing skills, and knowledge of and interest in research methods. Spanish-speaking ability is a plus.
Job description: This research assistant will support the faculty member for a URCG funded grant project titled: Cultural Orientation as a Social Determinant of Health and Well-Being. Part-Time (10 hours/week). Compensation: 5000.
Dates: August 31, 2026 - May 15, 2027.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities: Activities to support the project development include, but are not limited to: Library/database research; Data collection; Data entry and management; Report writing and documentation; Coordination of various project activities; Provide teaching assistance or grading support at the undergraduate level when needed; Assist with any special events or activities such as focus groups or training; Other duties may be assigned as the need arises.
Knowledge & Skills Needed: Undergraduate degree; Strong communication and writing skills; Knowledge of and interest in research methods; Spanish speaking a plus.
About Sacred Heart University: Private Catholic nonprofit university serving undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students in Fairfield, Connecticut.