Student Research Assistant - Federal Work Study

Case Western Reserve University • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The HIV Biobehavioral and Symptom Science Lab at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to support ongoing research focused on HIV symptom science and related health outcomes. The Student Research Assistant supports day-to-day research operations, data collection and management, project organization, and the development of scholarly products. The position is intended for an undergraduate student eligible for the Federal Work-Study Program and involves approximately 10–15 hours of work per week, based on the student’s academic schedule and Federal Work-Study eligibility.

The role includes organizing study materials and research documentation; maintaining research files, databases, and cloud-based project systems; assisting with surveys, assessments, and other data collection instruments according to established protocols; providing technology and administrative support; and contributing to literature reviews, data summaries, and scholarly materials. The assistant collaborates with faculty, staff, students, and research team members across participating institutions and may perform other research-related and administrative duties as assigned.

The work takes place in a general academic and research environment, with regular interaction with faculty, staff, students, research participants, and collaborating research teams. Work may involve computer-based data management, research documentation, and other routine research activities. The hourly rate is $13.81–$15.00, commensurate with experience and in accordance with university student employment guidelines.

Requirements

• Current undergraduate student.
• Federal Work-Study eligibility required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain research materials and data accurately and consistently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn cloud-based research and project-management platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
• Ability to follow established protocols when administering data collection instruments.
• Reliable attendance, time management, and timely communication.
• Ability to contribute to literature reviews, data summaries, and other scholarly products.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; professional written and verbal communication; attention to accuracy and detail; ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle research information; ability to follow instructions and established research protocols; and demonstrated reliability and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day research activities, including organizing study materials, maintaining research documentation, and supporting project workflows across collaborating institutions.
• Maintain research files, databases, and cloud-based project systems accurately and in an organized manner.
• Assist with administering surveys, assessments, and other data collection instruments in accordance with established research protocols and procedures.
• Use Microsoft Office, data management platforms, cloud-based project tools, and digital communication systems to support research activities.
• Assist with literature reviews, preparation of data summaries, and development of scholarly and research-related materials.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and research team members across participating institutions.
• Perform other research-related and administrative duties as assigned in support of the lab.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed