Doctoral Research Assistant – Lung Transplant Research Study (Dr. Koons) in Villanova, Pennsylvania at Villanova University

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

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.

• 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

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