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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - **Company:** Penn State University - **Location:** State College, PA, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Management - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a4b9c9a28c1f4966 ## About the Role * Experience working with criminal justice, corrections, or public policy research. * Experience with statistical software and/or data analysis tools. * Experience preparing research reports, manuscripts, or grant-related materials. * Familiarity with IRB processes * Experience assisting with research projects, including data management, analysis, literature reviews, or research coordination. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with faculty, researchers, and external partners. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Available to work at least one 4-hour shift during the week Monday through Friday. Position Details This is a part-time research support position within the Criminal Justice Research Center. The position provides an opportunity to contribute to applied research projects that inform criminal justice policy and practice in Pennsylvania and beyond. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. ## Description The Research Support position will assist with multiple research initiatives examining correctional interventions, reentry outcomes, and policies affecting individuals involved in the criminal-legal system. The position will work closely with CJRC faculty, research staff, and external partners to support the development, implementation, analysis, and dissemination of research findings., Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: * Assist with data management activities, including data cleaning, organization, documentation, and quality assurance. * Support quantitative and qualitative research activities, including statistical analysis and interpretation of research findings. * Assist with data procurement, preparation, and coordination with external research partners. * Support Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and research compliance activities. * Conduct literature reviews and contribute to research planning and project development. * Assist with identifying relevant funding opportunities and contribute to grant proposal development. * Support coordination of research activities, project timelines, and communication among research collaborators. * Contribute to the preparation of research products, including technical reports, policy briefs, presentations, and manuscripts for academic publication. * Assist with dissemination activities to translate research findings for academic, practitioner, and policy audiences. * Perform other research-related duties as assigned. Research Areas Current research activities supported by this position include projects examining: * The impact of correctional vocational programming on post-release employment outcomes and recidivism. * Recidivism patterns among older adults released from Pennsylvania correctional facilities. * Correctional policies and programs designed to support successful reentry and improve justice system outcomes. * Additional emerging research initiatives within the CJRC's portfolio. ## Related Videos - [RPA in the Public Sector](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/86-rpa-in-the-public-sector) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [From Global Capability Centers to AI-Powered Command Centers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100096-from-global-capability-centers-to-ai-powered-command-centers) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) - [Anomaly Detection - Using unsupervised Machine Learning for detecting anomalies in customer base](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/6-anomaly-detection-using-unsupervised-machine-learning-for-detecting-anomalies-in-customer-base) ## Related Articles - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Data Analyst Salary Austria](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/275-data-analyst-salary-austria) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)