University of Utah Health Research · 1 day ago
Student Research Assistant (WS)
Salt Lake City, UT
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$0/hr - $20/hr
Start in 2026 WinterUniversity of Utah Health Research is seeking a Student Research Assistant to support research activities in the Clinical Voice Studies Laboratory. The role involves conducting screening assessments, coordinating research activities, and assisting in data collection while ensuring compliance with confidentiality rules.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Conduct Screening Assessments with patients to determine eligibility status for research studies. (Training provided)
Coordinate research activities including creating and maintaining databases. (Training provided)
Attend laboratory meetings and report to the group on progress of assigned duties
Assist other laboratory staff in collecting biomechanics and neurophysiological data (Training provided)
Handle sensitive data in a professional manner that complies with all confidentiality rules and regulations
Communicate clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) with colleagues, other members of the research team, and Principal Investigator
Must be able to work independently while exhibiting a level of judgment that ensures participant safety and adherence to study protocols and procedures
Flexibility in scheduling work hours around course schedule, as rates of recruitment span and fluctuate across the calendar year
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a graduate degree in the College of Health or health related fields
Must fulfill all associated requirements for patient-sensitive positions, including immunization according to CDC standards and hospital policy
Must have been awarded a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year
Must be able to work independently while exhibiting a level of judgment that ensures participant safety and adherence to study protocols and procedures
Flexibility in scheduling work hours around course schedule
Handle sensitive data in a professional manner that complies with all confidentiality rules and regulations
Communicate clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) with colleagues, other members of the research team, and Principal Investigator
Attend laboratory meetings and report to the group on progress of assigned duties
Assist other laboratory staff in collecting biomechanics and neurophysiological data
Preferred
Experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds
Strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients
Benefits
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).
Company
University of Utah Health Research
At University of Utah Health, our world-class researchers work together to tackle some of the toughest problems in health and medicine.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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