Part-Time Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University

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Penn State University Park Until 8/22/2026 First posted April 20, 2026 Last posted April 20, 2026
Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will conduct field and laboratory work. Field work could be strenuous and under harsh conditions and would include conducting post-fire measurements. Lab work would entail processing litter samples, entering and managing data, and working with survey results. Also, data management, statistical analysis, writing and other administrative duties will be required. Knowledge of and experience with wildland fire, including prescribed burning, is preferred. This will be a short-term position that will include weekend hours.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

 

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

 

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About this role

Summary

Conducts field and lab work, data management, and analysis related to fire research.

Job title

Part-Time Research Assistant

Experience level

not specified

Industry

education

Location requirements

Penn State University Park, no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

field worklaboratory workdata entrydata managementstatistics

Preferred skills

wildland fireprescribed burning

Specializations

field worklaboratory workdata managementstatisticsfire research
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

University Park, State College, PA, USA

On-site City