Qualitative Research Assistant

Penn Information Systems & Computing

. Assist the Army-SPRING qualitative research team with data collection, including semi-structured interviews and periodic reflections .

Posted 11/5/2026part-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesEntry Level💰 $7 - $25 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in qualitative research methodologies, including conducting semi-structured interviews and performing template analysis. Knowledgeable in implementation science and research ethics, with a strong ability to collaborate within a research team.

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Qualitative Research MethodsSemi-Structured InterviewsTemplate AnalysisAnalytic CodingImplementation Science

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Hard Skills

Qualitative Data ExtractionData CheckingResearch EthicsData Collection

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Industry Keywords

Suicide Prevention PolicyConnecticut Army National Guard

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Army-SPRING qualitative research team with data collection, including semi-structured interviews and periodic reflections
Perform qualitative data extraction
Conduct quality data checking
Attend regular weekly qualitative team analytic meetings
Participate in qualitative team and research meetings
Support Army-SPRING, a study strengthening suicide prevention policy implementation within the Connecticut Army National Guard

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate students from universities other than the University of Pennsylvania
Completion of graduate-level qualitative research methods course or equivalent
Experience conducting qualitative semi-structured interviews
Proficiency in template analysis and analytic coding
Knowledge of implementation science and research ethics
Submit CV and one-page description of interest in the position and relevant experience
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
Investment options through TIAA and Vanguard