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Research Assistants

University Park, PA · On-site

$18.75 - $26/hr

... as part-time Research Assistants during Spring 2025/Summer 2025/Fall 2025. The successful candidates will provide assistance with statistical research mainly focused on statistical data privacy.

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... students as part-time Research Assistants during Spring 2025/Summer 2025/Fall 2025. The successful candidates will provide assistance with statistical research mainly focused on statistical ...

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Research Assistants

University Park, PA • On-site

Penn State University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 51 - 200 employees

$18.75 - $26/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


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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 Department of Statistics seeks to hire undergraduate and masters students as part-time Research Assistants during Spring 2025/Summer 2025/Fall 2025. The successful candidates will provide assistance with statistical research mainly focused on statistical data privacy. Hours, wages and anticipated periods of employment will vary. Applications will be received and reviewed as the need arises.
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