2026 Summer Student Research Assistant - IUCAR (Unroe)

Regenstrief Institute is accepting applications for our annual 2026 Summer Student Research Assistant positions. These opportunities are temporary and part-time for the summer of 2026. The Student Research Assistants will have the opportunity to join scientist-led research teams working on projects in one of our centers.

IU Center for Aging Research (IUCAR)

The IU Center for Aging Research at Regenstrief transforms health care for medically and socially vulnerable older adults by testing and implementing innovative strategies that improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare and self-care for this population. Researchers in IUCAR enjoy national and international recognition for their expertise in clinical research on the aging brain and the well-being of older adults.

Student researchers in this position will work with Dr. Kathleen Unroe's research team to learn more about the research process in geriatric care, particularly in nursing homes. They may participate in participant interviews, record data, conduct literature reviews, write abstracts, and conduct other research tasks to further this research.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Research Student provides various tasks related to research studies, which could include delivery of study subject assessment, reviewing paper or electronic medical records to determine eligibility of patient for study, documentation of subject feedback, electronic study data submission, working with research related data, literature reviews, manuscript creation and/or review of support for research studies as determined by research protocols.

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Job knowledge focuses on the understanding and skills one needs in order to perform well in this role. It also focuses on the expectation to continually refine and improve the required skills by seeking out internal and external learning opportunities.

Related expectations include:

• Is aware of basic concepts, practices, and procedures in:

  • Office and administration procedures

  • Standard office equipment software applications

  • Arranging schedule to maximize efficiency and meet deadlines

  • Data privacy practices and laws

  • Working with a diverse set of stakeholders including customers, patients, colleagues

  • Quantitative and qualitative interviews

  • Maintaining files and important documentation

  • Consistently following study protocol

  • Human Subjects Certification required

Essential skills :

• Completing tasks related to research studies, which could include delivery of study subject assessment, reviewing paper or electronic medical records to determine eligibility of patient for study, documentation of subject feedback, electronic study data submission, working with research related data, literature reviews, manuscript creation and/or review

• Ability to participate in project meetings, team meetings, department meetings, etc.

• Securely maintains study files in an organized manner.

• Participates and provides input to study quality improvement and progress meetings to continuously improve study processes, efficiency, security and compliance.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires enrollment in or completion of at least the first year of college at a US institution. Education in research, public health, or similar field preferred but not required.

• Prior knowledge/experience of medical terminology, research, healthcare, or related field preferred.

• Experience with research and citing literature.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to interact and verbally communicate with a diverse set of stakeholders.

• Ability to write simple reports and operational correspondence.

• Ability to read and follow general policies, procedures, and study protocols.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to solve practical problems, troubleshoot, analyze situations, and make sound decisions

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

TECHNICAL/COMPUTER SKILLS

• Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and

  e-mail systems.

• Exposure to qualitative and/or quantitative data analytics and/or working with large data sets preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• This position requires the physical ability to work assigned work hours.

• This position may require the ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

• This position requires the manual dexterity to operate a keyboard and pointing device.

• This position requires the ability to perform focused work with close attention to detail.

• This position requires limited physical activity, such as pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and moving (up to 20 pounds).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• This work may take place in both a corporate and/or home office environment

• This work is sometimes fast-paced and deadline-oriented and requires a flexible work schedule.

• Use of computer, business office equipment, and moving objects is necessary.

• This position requires working as a team member and also independently.

• This position requires working and interacting with a diverse set of individuals, both in person and virtually through phone, e-mail, virtual meeting platforms, and written correspondence.