Community Research Assistant

Title:

Community Research Assistant

Job Type:

Variable

Company:

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division

Department:

Cancer Prevention & Control

Time Type:

Part time

Weekly Hours:

15

FTE:

0.375

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

About the Role

In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with a Cancer Prevention and Control faculty member to help advance research that truly makes a difference. Your work will focus on addressing disparities in cancer outcomes and improving care and prevention for historically underserved communities.
This is a meaningful opportunity to connect research with real people—helping ensure that programs, interventions, and studies reflect the needs and voices of diverse communities. If you are passionate about health equity, community engagement, and making an impact beyond the lab, this role is for you.

Pay Range: $26.94 - $34.23 per hour

What You’ll Do

Support community-based cancer prevention and control research initiatives
Help plan and deliver behavioral interventions designed to improve health outcomes
Build and sustain relationships with community partners and participants
Engage with historically underserved populations in a respectful, culturally responsive way
Assist with outreach activities, program coordination, and participant engagement
Contribute to studies focused on reducing disparities in cancer care and outcomes
Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and community stakeholders to move projects forward


What You’ll Bring

A genuine interest in health equity, cancer prevention, or community-based research
Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
Comfort working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Experience with community outreach, public health, research support, or similar work is a plus
Cultural awareness and sensitivity when engaging with underserved populations
Organization and attention to detail, especially when supporting multiple projects
A desire to learn and contribute to meaningful, impact-driven work


Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, every role contributes to something bigger—the fight against cancer. You’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, innovation, and compassion.

Here’s what sets us apart:

Purpose-driven work – Your efforts directly support reducing cancer disparities and improving lives
Collaborative environment – Work alongside leading researchers, clinicians, and community partners
Commitment to diversity and inclusion – We actively engage and support diverse communities and perspectives
Opportunities to grow – Gain hands-on experience in research, public health, and community engagement
A respected institution – Join one of the nation’s first cancer centers, with a long-standing reputation for excellence


This is more than a support role—it’s a chance to help bring research into the community and make cancer care more equitable for all.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree; or
2. Associate’s degree and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience in an education, science, research or health related field; or
3. High School diploma or High School Equivalency diploma and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time experience in an education, science, research or health related field.

NOTE: Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

The preferred candidate will have experience with health education, community health initiatives, cancer screening and patient navigation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

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