Details **Open Date** 01/14/2026 **Requisition Number** PRN16686N **Job Title** PS Research Assistant/Analyst **Working Title** PS Research Assistant/Analyst **Career Progression Track** C **Track Level** **FLSA Code** Nonexempt **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** Yes **Type** Non Benefited Staff / Student **Temporary?** Yes **Standard Hours per Week** 19 **Full Time or Part Time?** Part Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** **Is this a work study job?** No **VP Area** U of U Health - Academics **Department** 00952 - Division of Epidemiology **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** 12.02 to 21.63 **Close Date** 02/20/2026 **Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** **Job Summary** The Division of Epidemiology’s Program for Addiction Research, Clinical Care, Knowledge and Advocacy ( PARCKA ) is seeking a Research Assistant to join our team. PARCKA is an interdisciplinary team aiming to improve the lives of those affected by substance use. Website:**https://medicine.utah.edu/internalmedicine/epidemiology/parcka/** This position is part-time (up to 20 hours per week) and generally on-site at our office in Research Park on the University of Utah campus. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a necessity. Prior experience with qualitative research is desirable though not a requirement. If the applicant has no prior experience with qualitative research required for the position, on-the-job training will be provided. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. **Responsibilities** **Disclaimer** This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. **Essential Functions** 1. Performing any other related duties that may be assigned by the supervisor. 2. Proactively contact enrolled participants at designated time points and complete structured assessments over the phone. 3. Maintain study blinding to participants’ randomized arm. 4. Accurately document interactions and ensure compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements. 5. May be required to obtain a notary license and notarize study-related forms. 6. May travel to a variety of sites both within and outside the University campus to obtain data 7. Evaluates questionnaires for accuracy and completeness, reviews questionnaires against source documents and edits as needed. Contacts study participants by phone to verify data. 8. Conduct safety and mental-health screenings with study participants and complete all required documentation and follow-up procedures. 9. Ensure documents are provided according to established timelines. 10. Answer participant queries and maintain research records in compliance with regulations. 11. Evaluates questionnaires for accuracy and completeness, reviews questionnaires against source documents and edits as needed. Contacts study participants by phone to verify data. **Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:** + Nearly Continuously: Office environment. **Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required** + Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. + Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. + Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. **Minimum Qualifications** Bachelor’s degree in a Social or Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, or a field related to the area of research, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); one year of experience in research and analytical techniques; demonstrated statistical and quantitative analysis experience; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required.. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. **Preferences** **Special Instructions Summary** **Additional Information** 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). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. 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