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Part Time Literature Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$12.50/hr

... applicants for Part-Time Research Associate for Summer 2025. Job duties to include: * Participate in developing a systematic literature review of research focused on solar panel recycling ...

Research Mentor

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$75 - $100/hr

Remote | Part-Time | $75-$100 per session About the Program: The MedSchoolCoach Research Mentorship ... Guide students in designing and conducting STEM research projects Assist with literature reviews ...

Research Mentor

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$75 - $100/hr

Remote | Part-Time | $75-$100 per session About the Program: The MedSchoolCoach Research Mentorship ... with literature reviews, data collection, and analysis • Teach fundamentals of scientific ...

... a part-time Undergraduate Research Assistant to support research projects related to early ... Conducting literature reviews and providing writing support * Supporting development of research ...

Position Summary The Part-Time Research Assistant will support various phases of the research ... Literature Reviews:Perform comprehensive, systematic literature searches and synthesize findings to ...

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How much do part time literature research jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time literature research in the United States is $63.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.42 and $95.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Literature Research vs Part Time Data Entry?

AspectPart Time Literature ResearchPart Time Data Entry
Required SkillsResearch skills, critical thinking, familiarity with academic sourcesTyping accuracy, attention to detail, basic computer skills
Work EnvironmentRemote or office, academic or research settingsOffice, remote, or administrative environments
Typical TasksGathering, analyzing, and summarizing literature sourcesInputting data into spreadsheets or databases
Industry UsageAcademia, research firms, publishingBusiness, healthcare, government agencies

While both roles involve part-time work and require computer skills, Part Time Literature Research focuses on gathering and analyzing academic sources, whereas Part Time Data Entry emphasizes accurate data input. The choice depends on your skills and industry interests.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Literature Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 93% In-person, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,871 per year, or $63.4 per hour.

Part Time Research Technologist

Penn State University

University Park, PA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of laboratory tasks related to ongoing projects in the Holland-Lulewicz archaeology and ecology labs. Specific tasks may include zooarchaeological analyses, geoarchaeological analyses, literature reviews, data analysis, and general analytical tasks on curated collections in the context of environmental archaeology. More general tasks will include management of lab tasks and schedule, organization of task calendar and project progress, and interfacing with both undergraduate and graduate laboratory members.
Applicants will need a Master's degree in Anthropology. Experience working with environmental and archaeological materials and data. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management. Ideally experience undertaking independent archaeological and/or paleoenvironmental research.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Zooarchaeological analyses will include such tasks as identifying, sorting, weighing, categorizing, and analyzing both vertebrate and invertebrate remains in the lab recovered through excavation.
  • A range of laboratory analyses on potential soil samples. This may include particle size analyzes via screening, or more advanced work at the core-analyzer facility.
  • Literature reviews for particular topics, methods, analytical procedures, or background may be necessary to contribute to ongoing projects.
  • For some datasets, quantitative analyses may need to be undertaken. The successful candidate will work with the Lab PI's to outline and design these analyses to be undertaken and subsequently reported on.
  • A variety of analytical tasks may arise that need to be completed. These may include counting, weighing, photographing, measuring, etc. various artifacts or samples produced through excavation.
  • These tasks include minor, potential responsibilities such as managing other lab tasks and schedules of completion, organization of task calendars and project progress, and interfacing with both undergraduate and graduate laboratory volunteers, workers, and researchers.

To be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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