"Research Assistant/Analyst"

Research Assistant/Analyst

Job Summary

Our research team is seeking a part-time Research Assistant/Analyst to support the RAYS (Rural Adult and Youth Sports Protection) Study, led by Dr. Yelena Wu. This project focuses on providing a health education intervention to youth, families, and coaches on sports teams in rural parts of Utah.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve - which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming - with impact worldwide.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position.

Responsibilities

The Research Assistant/Analyst will support study activities including organizing and managing study data in compliance with IRB-approved protocols, preparing materials for study visits, assisting with educational intervention sessions, and maintaining accurate participant records while monitoring study progress. Additional duties include collecting and reviewing data samples for accuracy and completeness.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a Social or Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, or a field related to the area of research, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); one year of experience in research and analytical techniques; demonstrated statistical and quantitative analysis experience; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

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Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN16530N

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Work Schedule Summary: In addition to standard workdays hours (8am-5pm), job duties will involve travel to rural communities for data collection, with some overnight, evening, and weekend visits being necessary.

Department: 01552 - HCI Yelena Wu Research Program

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 12.02 to 21.63

Close Date: 3/1/2026

Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/192037