Human Research Technologist - Public Health Sciences

Penn State University•Tallahassee, FL

6d•$36,888 - $53,532•Onsite

About The Position

The Penn State College of Medicine’s Department of Public Health Sciences is seeking a research technologist to help build a globally recognized Plain Anabaptist research program. The role calls for deep working knowledge of Plain Anabaptist religious groups, particularly Old Order Amish, Amish-Mennonites, Conservative Mennonites, Old Order Mennonites, German Baptists, and related traditions, gained through personal or formal study and/or lived experience. Working with Dr. Cory Anderson and other staff and scholars, the technologist will conduct original research, assist with grant research and writing, and develop and manage research resources and outreach. Research will focus primarily on culture and religion, public health, and demography. Responsibilities will scale with experience. This is a full-time, in-person position based at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The position is funded for one year and is renewable annually depending on performance, university need, and funding availability. Salary is commensurate with experience; the stated salary range is $36,888 to $53,532.

Requirements

At least a bachelor’s degree is stated in the position-specific qualifications; the minimum education section also lists an associate degree plus two or more years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Deep working knowledge of Plain Anabaptist religious groups, particularly Old Order Amish, Amish-Mennonites, Conservative Mennonites, Old Order Mennonites, German Baptists, and related traditions, evidenced through personal or formal study and/or lived experience.
Comfort with software and web-based programs, including Excel, Word, reference management software, and website navigation.
Ability to work effectively with scholars of Plain Anabaptists, public service providers, Plain Anabaptist people, and members of the public.
Successful completion of required background check(s).
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; Penn State does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of staff employment visas.

Nice To Haves

A master’s or doctorate degree in the social sciences, humanities, or public health.
Experience in academic writing.
Fluency in Pennsylvania Dutch.
Experience with statistical methods.
Website design skills.
Copy-editing skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct original research, including literature reviews, analysis, and writing, and submit research to journals.
Assist with grant research and writing.
Develop and manage quantitative and qualitative databases.
Develop and manage outreach programs for Plain Anabaptists and scholars.
Develop and manage archival collections.
Collaborate with Dr. Cory Anderson, staff, scholars, and other partners.