Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

The Frost Lab in Emory's School of Nursing is hiring a full-time Research Interviewer/Associate to begin late Spring or Summer 2026. Join a collaborative and mission-driven research group dedicated to understanding and supporting people living with serious illness and their family caregivers. Our lab investigates how caregivers navigate complex emotional, social, and structural challenges—and how evidence-based insights can translate into better systems of care.

We are launching major NIH-funded mixed-methods studies focused on the preparedness, personal narratives, and traumatic experiences of family caregivers. As a Research Interviewer/Associate, you will play a central role in shaping many aspects of this work, from participant engagement to data collection, study management, qualitative and quantitative analysis, dissemination, and liaising with our Community Advisory Board. The PI and lab work as a team, providing support for you to learn skills and strategies to maximize project success.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS:

• Able to work independently and is enthusiastic about meeting or exceeding milestones.
• Energized by research that is human-centered and socially meaningful.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and proactive communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating with participants from diverse backgrounds.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn new methods.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A supportive team committed to mentorship and professional growth.
• Hands on experience across the full research lifecycle.
• Opportunities to build skills in qualitative and quantitative methods, manuscript writing, research presentation, and grant management.
• Engagement with interdisciplinary collaborators and community partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifies, contacts, corresponds with and interviews research study participants, either in person, in a clinical setting, at a subject's residence or by telephone to obtain data for an assigned research project.
• Collects, codes and enters study information into database and may assist in data compilation.
• Edits completed interview questionnaires for completeness, legibility and accuracy.
• Obtains missing or questionable data.
• Maintains complete and accurate records and files pertaining to one or more research studies.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of administrative support, customer service or other relevant experience.
• Data entry experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, nursing, sociology, public health, social work, neuroscience, interdisciplinary studies, or a related field; research experience through engagement in research labs or research-related coursework; an interest in adult development, aging, and/or dementia.
• Experience working with human participants is a plus but not required—enthusiasm and willingness to learn matter most.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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