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

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Villanova University
Graduate Research Assistant – Lung Transplant Research Study (Dr. Koons)

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Position Information
Posting Number:20260430V
Position Title:Graduate Research Assistant – Lung Transplant Research Study (Dr. Koons)
Posting TypeGraduate Assistant
Hours/week:10
Eligibility:Work study preferred but open to all students
Semester2026-2027 Academic Year
Location Driscoll Hall
Detailed Work Schedule
Flexible. Mostly remote. 10 hours per week. At least a two semesters commitment, prefer 12 month commitment.

Number of positions:2
Department:948-Nursing-Research & Innovation
Contact Name:Brittany Koons
Contact Phone/Extension:610-324-9662
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary:
The Graduate Research Assistant is a master’s level student who 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 master’s level students with hands-on experience in clinical research, including participant recruitment, longitudinal data collection, qualitative data collection and analysis, and dissemination of research findings.

Primary responsibilities include:
  • 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 Graduate 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:
  • Current master level student in nursing, psychology, counseling, biostatistics or a related health or behavioral science field
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and comfort working with patients and caregivers
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Strong academic writing skills and interest in contributing to manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow human-subjects research protocols
  • Ability to commit at least 10 hours per week for at least two semesters, prefer 12 months.
Additional Information:
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.

Physical Demands Summary:
Wage Rate:18.00
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  4. * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?

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