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Undergraduate Research Assistant Lung Transplant Research Study
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A Research Assistant assists with a research program or project. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. Typically conduct research under the guidance of senior researchers or professors. These roles are often held by undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in relevant fields, or individuals with relevant work experience.
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Job Description
Position Information Posting Number:
20260398V Position Title:
Undergraduate Research Assistant -Lung Transplant Research Study Posting Type Student Hours/week:
10Eligibility:
Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Driscoll Hall Detailed Work Schedule Flexible. Mostly remote. 10 hours per week. At least two semesters, prefer 12 months.Number of positions:
3Department:
948-Nursing-Research & Innovation Contact Name:
Koons, Brittany ( please add as job approver)Contact Phone/Extension:
610-519-7127Position Summary Information Job Description Summary:
The 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 offers undergraduate students hands-on experience with clinical research, including participant recruitment, longitudinal data collection, and research team collaborationRequirements:
- Recruiting, screening, enrolling, and consenting caregiver participants
- Taking a lead role in 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
- Participating in weekly research team meetings
- Assisting with other research activities as needed Research Assistants will receive training and mentorship in clinical research procedures and have opportunities to contribute to research presentations, abstracts, and publications.
Additional Information:
o Undergraduate students in nursing, psychology, biology, or another health- or behavioral-science-related field o Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills o Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively o Comfortable interacting professionally with patients and caregivers o Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow research protocols o Commitment of approximately 10 hours/week for at least two semesters, preferably 12 monthsPhysical Demands Summary:
Wage Rate:
15.00 Posting Detail Information Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Open Until Filled Yes Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (- ).
- Are you currently a registered Villanova student? Yes No
- Are you eligible for work study? Yes No I don't know
- What is your availability? (days and times) (Open Ended Question)
- Have you ever worked on campus before?