Research Assistant - Data Collection Support

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Department Driving Safety Research Institute (DSRI)/College of Engineering Jobcode Research Assistant Working Title Research Assistant - Data Collection Support Details The Driving Safety Research Institute (DSRI) is seeking part-time hourly positions to support data collection (anticipated 10-35 hours per week, maximum 40 hours per week). Position length is six months with the potential for extension depending on project funding. Start date of late June to early July. The National Advanced Driving Simulator is housed within DSRI and is the nation's leading simulator facility doing research on new automotive technology and driving safety. We conduct human factors research into driving behaviors such as distracted driving, impaired driving, and how people interact with advanced vehicle safety systems. We are currently looking for temporary staff members to assist with data collection on several research studies.

Data collection support duties include:

Prepping study supplies Interacting with participants during their visit Administering questionnaires Recording and reviewing data Test driving in the simulator Monitor participants from the back seat of a vehicle (in the simulator) or a remote location during simulated drives Monitoring participants in a shared conference space Applicants must be comfortable following a defined timeline within an established study protocol, multi-tasking, working independently, talking to research participants, communicating via email, and working one-on-one with people including participants who may be impaired (e.g., drowsiness, alcohol). Applicants also need to be able to precisely follow instructions and understand the importance of confidentiality and privacy. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Outlook (or similar applications) and excellent written and verbal English communication are required. Applicants should have flexibility with their schedule based on study needs. Hours for shifts vary based on study visit type and may include daytime, evening, and overnight hours, weekends or days with longer shifts (e.g., 10-12 hours). Prior research experience working with human subjects and use of REDCap desired but not required. Example shifts (note that these are not specific shifts, but reflect possibilities): 8:45a.m. to 6:30p.m., 9:00a.m. to noon, 11:45a.m. to 6:30p.m, 5:45p.m. to 2:00a.m., 8:30p.m. to 7:00a.m. If you are interested in a position, please send your resume and at least two references to rose-potter@uiowa.edu

Rate of Pay:

$20.00 per hour Contact

ROSE SCHMITT

Phone:

319-335-4666

Email:

rose-potter@uiowa.edu Application Instructions If you are interested in a position, please send your resume and at least two references to rose-potter@uiowa.edu Ad Start Date 05/20/2026 Ad End Date 06/19/2026