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Student Research Assistants

The Ohio State University
Ohio Stadium (0082), United States, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Mar 2026

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Job Title:

Student Research Assistants

Department:

Social Work | Faculty Affairs-JM

Responsibilities are basic and routine in nature.  This may include performing administrative duties in an office, assisting in a research laboratory, aid faculty/staff in supporting academic programs or patient care.  Duties will be clear and direct.  The Student Assistant will require excellent customer service and strong organizational skills and will represent the department and the university with the highest degree of integrity applying OSU mission and shared values. 

Additional Information:

The College of Social Work at The Ohio State University seeks hourly part-time research assistants to support research on the implementation of the LiFEsports program on campus and in community-based sites in Columbus. Under the supervision of Dr. Samantha Bates (faculty in the College of Social Work), the research assistants will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary and community-engaged team conducting research projects focused on life skill development through sport. The research assistants will assist with data collection, entry, and management. Other duties of this role may include conducting literature reviews, developing/refining study protocols, recruiting research subjects, collecting additional data, assisting with grant writing activities, attending meetings with team members and partners, and other duties as assigned. This position is an hourly part-time (24 hours per week) position, with funding for 2-3 months. The duration of this position is contingent upon performance and approval of ongoing external funding.

Required Experience:

Enrollment in Bachelor’s degree /equivalent required. Microsoft Office proficiency is required. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required. 

Desired Experience:

Masters in a sport or youth applied discipline (e.g., social work, sport management, psychology, etc.).

Responsibilities

100% The College of Social Work at The Ohio State University seeks hourly part-time research assistants to support research on the implementation of the LiFEsports program on campus and in community-based sites in Columbus. Under the supervision of Dr. Samantha Bates (faculty in the College of Social Work), the research assistants will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary and community-engaged team conducting research projects focused on life skill development through sport. The research assistants will assist with data collection, entry, and management. Other duties of this role may include conducting literature reviews, developing/refining study protocols, recruiting research subjects, collecting additional data, assisting with grant writing activities, attending meetings with team members and partners, and other duties as assigned. This position is an hourly part-time (20 hours per week) position, with funding for 2-3 months. The duration of this position is contingent upon performance and approval of ongoing external funding.

Location:

Ohio Stadium (0082)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

24

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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