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PAR, Inc. · 9 hours ago

RESEARCH DATA COLLECTION ASSISTANT

Lutz, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

PAR, Inc. is a leading publisher of psychological assessment materials founded in 1978. The Research Data Collection Assistant supports data collection activities by liaising between external data collectors and internal project teams, managing onboarding and training, and resolving data discrepancies.

CRMInformation TechnologyPublishingSoftware

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Cultivate and maintain professional relationships with internal stakeholders and external examiners to support data collection goals

Serve as a primary point of contact for data collectors, triaging inquiries to PAR and resolving routine issues related to data submission, platform use, and documentation

Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies in collaboration with examiners and internal project staff; escalate complex issues as needed

Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of examiner communications, onboarding status, and data-related issues

Coordinate onboarding of new examiners, including processing required documentation and ensuring completion of training requirements. Delivers training in accordance with established onboarding standards

Facilitate examiner onboarding sessions focused on effective use of the data collection platform

Develop, maintain, and update onboarding resources (e.g., step-by-step guides, FAQs, video tutorials)

Track onboarding progress and follow up proactively to ensure timely completion

Gather examiner feedback and collaborate with the Data Collection Coordinator to refine onboarding and training processes

Support onboarding and training of internal PAR staff to the data collection platform, as needed

Develop and maintain working proficiency in the data collection platform and associated tools

Provide first-line troubleshooting support for platform-related questions; escalate technical issues appropriately

Stay informed of platform updates and assist with communicating changes to examiners and internal users

Assist with survey setup, data entry, coordination of mailings, tracking of incoming data, and data management tasks

Support the purchase, dissemination, and documentation of compensation for participants and field researchers

Prepare and distribute project-related documentation, training materials, and test materials for studies under development

Track and manage assigned project tasks and communicate status, risks, or issues to the project lead and supervisor

Demonstrate professionalism, respect, and collaboration in all interactions

Perform other related duties as assigned in support of departmental goals

Qualification

Data collection platformOnboardingTrainingTechnical supportCustomer service orientationSurvey platformsCommunication skillsCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsDigital platformsTraining materialsAPA guidelinesTime managementProblem-solvingAttention to detail

Required

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong customer service orientation and ability to represent PAR professionally in external communications

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team

High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, particularly related to data quality and process improvement

Technical aptitude, including the ability to learn, support, and train others on digital platforms

Time management, planning, and scheduling skills

Ability to create clear, user-friendly training and reference materials

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social sciences, or a related field or equivalent professional experience with a strong administrative or research support background

Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheet, Power BI)

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer

Preferred

Experience with survey or data collection platforms (e.g., REDCap, Qualtrics, QuestionPro)

Experience in onboarding, training, technical support, or research coordination

Familiarity with APA guidelines a plus

Company

PAR, Inc.

PAR, Inc. Creating Connections. Changing Lives. Since 1978, PAR has been a trusted publisher of scientifically valid psychological assessment tools.

Founded in 1978

Lutz, Florida, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.parinc.com

H1B Sponsorship

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