Human Research Technologist - Public Health Sciences

Research Technologist Position The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Public Health Sciences is seeking a research technologist to help build a globally recognized Plain Anabaptist research program. The successful candidate will bring a deep working knowledge of Plain Anabaptist religious groups—with a particular focus on Old Order Amish, Amish-Mennonites, Conservative Mennonites, Old Order Mennonites, German Baptists, and related traditions—evidenced through personal or formal study and/or lived experience. In collaboration with Dr. Cory Anderson and other staff and scholars, the candidate will conduct original research, including literature reviews, analysis, writing, and submission to journals; assist with grant research and writing; and develop and manage quantitative and qualitative databases, outreach programs to Plain Anabaptists and scholars, and archival collections. The primary research focus areas include culture/religion, public health, and demography. Responsibilities will scale with experience. Successful candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree, with a masters or doctorate degree in the social sciences, humanities, or public health preferred; must be comfortable with a range of software and web-based programs, including Excel, Word, reference management software, and website navigation; and must work effectively with a variety of partners, including scholars of Plain Anabaptists, public service providers, Plain Anabaptist people, and members of the public. Desirable skills include experience in academic writing; fluency in the Pennsylvania Dutch language; statistical methods; website design; and copy editing. The position is full-time and in-person, based at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Salary commensurate with experience. The position is renewable on an annual basis depending on performance and funding availability. Candidates should submit a 1 to 1 ½ page cover letter addressing qualifications; resume/vita; up to three writing samples; and unofficial transcripts. Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Questions should be directed to Dr. Cory Anderson at cva5449@psu.edu.Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.