Doctoral Research Assistant - Lung Transplant Research Study (Dr. Koons)

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Posting Number: 20260400V Position Title: Doctoral Research Assistant - Lung Transplant Research Study (Dr. Koons) Posting Type Graduate Assistant Hours/week: 20 Eligibility: Graduate Assistant Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Driscoll Hall Detailed Work Schedule

Flexible. Mostly remote. 20 hours per week. 12-month position

Number of positions: 2 Department: 948-Nursing-Research & Innovation Contact Name: Brittay Koons (please add as job approver) Contact Phone/Extension: 610-519-7127

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary:

The Doctoral Research Assistant will work with Dr. Koons and the research team on an NIH-funded study focused on improving outcomes for lung transplant patients and their caregivers. This position provides doctoral students with hands-on experience in clinical research, including participant recruitment, longitudinal data collection, qualitative data collection and analysis, and dissemination of research findings.

Requirements:

• Conducting study visits with patients and caregivers
• Administering study measures and collecting research data in accordance with study protocols
• Entering and maintaining study data in a database (REDCap)
• Taking the lead in conducting qualitative interviews with patients and caregivers
• Assisting Dr. Koons with qualitative data analysis
• Participating in weekly research team meetings
• Assisting with the preparation of manuscripts, conference abstracts, and research presentations throughout the study
• Assisting with other research activities as needed

Additional Information:

The Doctoral Research Assistant will receive mentorship in clinical mixed methods research and will have opportunities to contribute to presentations and peer-reviewed publications resulting from the study.

• Requirements for the position:

o Current doctoral student in nursing, psychology, or a related health or behavioral science field

o Strong interpersonal and communication skills and comfort working with patients and caregivers

o Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively

o Strong academic writing skills and interest in contributing to manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations

o Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow human-subjects research protocols

o Ability to commit approximately 20 hours per week for 12 months.

• Preferred: Prior experience with clinical research, REDCap, qualitative analysis software, or manuscript preparation and experience or training in qualitative research methods, including interviewing and/or qualitative data analysis.
• 12-month stipend with tuition remission.

Eligible for need-based health benefit subsidy

Physical Demands Summary: Wage Rate: $38,298.00 ($1,473.00 per pay period)

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