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Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site +1

$29/hr

The research assistant will meet with the principal investigator on a weekly basis to discuss ... Remote Commitment: Temporary - Part-Time (10 hours/week) Start date: June 30, 2025 End date: August ...

The Pennsylvania State University

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$19 - $26/hr

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$49K - $71K/yr

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... Supervise, train, and support undergraduate and graduate student research assistants. * Conduct ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$19 - $26/hr

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$19 - $26/hr

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$30/hr

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$19 - $26/hr

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with ... Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ...

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As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote student research assistant in the United States is $16.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Student Research Assistant vs Remote Research Intern?

AspectRemote Student Research AssistantRemote Research Intern
Required CredentialsEnrolled student, relevant courseworkEnrolled student or recent graduate, relevant coursework
Work EnvironmentRemote, flexible hours, academic settingRemote, project-based, academic or industry setting
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research labs, academic projectsResearch institutions, companies, academic projects

The Remote Student Research Assistant typically works on academic research projects while enrolled in school, focusing on supporting faculty or research teams. The Remote Research Intern may have similar credentials but often involves a broader range of research tasks, sometimes in industry settings. Both roles are remote, involve academic or research environments, and are suitable for students or recent graduates seeking research experience.

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Research Assistant

Research Assistant

New York University

New York, NY • On-site, Remote

$29/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

New York University rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

108th of 555 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
Position Description:
The research assistant will meet with the principal investigator on a weekly basis to discuss completed tasks and plan activities for the following week. Duties and responsibilities include coding qualitative data from study project, performing literature review searchers, write and draft manuscript for publication, as well as other related activities as required.
Job Opportunity/Position Title: Research Assistant / Cultural Broker Research Project
Description of Location: Remote
Commitment: Temporary - Part-Time (10 hours/week)
Start date: June 30, 2025
End date: August 15, 2025
Salary Range/Hourly Pay: $29/hour
Project Title: Cultural Brokers: engaging refugees in mental health services and treatment
Project Description: The purpose of the study is to explore the role of Cultural Brokers in engaging refugees in mental health services and treatment. A Cultural Broker is a person who is familiar with both mainstream U.S. culture and refugee culture and uses this shared understanding to help refugees reduce cultural and structural barriers and facilitate mental health treatment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform literature review searches
  • Code qualitative data from study project
  • Write and draft manuscripts for publication
  • Perform other related activities as required

Qualifications
Required Education, Experience, and Skills:
  • Undergraduate degree in social work, public health, psychology, or a related field
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
  • Ability to learn new software such as Nvivo
  • Experience with conducting literature reviews
  • Experience with qualitative analysis
  • Must have a high level of attention to detail, flexibility, ability to work on a team, and punctuality

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
  • Interest in mental health research with diverse immigrant and refugee communities
  • Graduate degree in social work, public health, psychology, or a related field

Application Instructions
When applying, please include a Cover Letter and your Resume/CV.

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Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 20 schools and colleges. Today, that trailblazing spirit makes NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global education, with more international students and more students studying abroad than any other US university.

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