Research Assistant

VillageReach•Reno, NV

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

VillageReach transforms health care delivery to reach everyone. We are driven by a vision of a world where each person has the health care needed to thrive. VillageReach’s goal is to reduce inequities in access to quality primary health care for 350 million people by 2030. We work with governments, the private sector, partners and communities to build responsive primary health care systems that deliver health products, information and services to the most under-reached. As a locally driven and globally connected organization, VillageReach has offices in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique and the United States. Summary VillageReach is conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment for Central Nevada Health District from March – July 2026 and is seeking a Research Assistant to support with in person qualitative data collection in Churchill, Pershing, Mineral and Eureka Counties. Responsibilities would include traveling with the Project lead to each of county approximately two times and assisting with note taking, interview debriefs and summarizing key takeaways.

Requirements

Ability to take clear, detailed notes in fast-paced interview or group settings
Skill in synthesizing qualitative information into concise, accurate written summaries
Strong active listening skills and professional communication with diverse community members and stakeholders
Comfort engaging with people from varied socioeconomic, cultural, and rural backgrounds
Sensitivity and discretion when working with community health topics
Dependability for multi-day travel commitments across multiple counties
Strong time management and ability to meet documentation deadlines

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with rural Nevada communities or similar contexts is a plus
Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Travel with the Project Lead to Churchill, Pershing, Mineral, and Eureka Counties (approximately 2 visits per county) to support in-person qualitative data collection
Assist with conducting and/or observing community interviews, windshield surveys, focus groups, and key informant sessions
Take detailed, accurate notes during all data collection activities and submit them promptly to the Project Lead
Participate in post-visit debriefs with the Project Lead to review observations and identify emerging themes
Summarize key takeaways from each site visit in a clear, timely written format
Organize and maintain field notes, summaries, and supporting materials in shared project files
Collaborate with the Project Lead to coordinate travel logistics and scheduling for data collection visits
Communicate proactively with the Project Lead regarding field observations, scheduling needs, or any issues that arise
Participate in virtual check-ins and project updates throughout the March–July 2026 project period
Adhere to data privacy and confidentiality protocols throughout all phases of the project