Per Diem

Careers at Drexel

About Drexel University

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world‐class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled students to gain professional work experience before they graduate, setting them apart from their peers.

Committed to becoming the nation’s most civically engaged university, Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development, and public service by students, faculty, and staff. Our engagement is long‐term, multigenerational, and fundamental to the University’s mission, heritage, and future.

At Drexel, we are devoted to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that promotes healthy lifestyles and is based on integrity, trust, and respect. We center equity, inclusion and belonging, and incorporate an anti‐racism approach to our strategic plan, organizational systems, policies and structures.

Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world‐class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award‐winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non‐certification programs. And as part of the tuition offering to employees, Drexel participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. These are just a sample of our extensive benefit offerings. Please see this Benefits Brochure for more information.

Per Diem

Apply now Job no: 504648

Work type: Part-Time

Location: Remote

Categories: Dornsife School of Public Health

Job Summary

The Promise Zone Research Connection (PZRC) was formed in 2016 by a group of residents to address power imbalances in researcher and resident partnerships for place-based research. The PZRC is made up of Promise Zone residents, community stakeholders, and researchers with a shared commitment to increase dialogue, transparency, and equity in research conducted in the West Philadelphia Promise Zone. Given the group’s mission of addressing research mistrust, the PRZC created its Community Research Review Board (CRRB) subcommittee in April 2022 which focuses on the evaluation of studies proposed to occur in the community and is comprised of West Philadelphia community members and institutional allies.

Essential Functions

• This per diem position for community members serving on the CRRB is supported by a two-year project funded by the Barra Foundation Catalyst Grant to support the organizational development and operations of the PZRC; it involves the following responsibilities: - (Essential)
• Complete a review of all study materials before a scheduled session with a researcher. Approximately two weeks before a review session, CRRB members will receive a set of documents that they will need to read. These documents relate to the study that will be discussed at the upcoming review meeting. CRRB Members are expected to review these materials (e.g., study proposal, study instruments, recruitment plan, etc.) with attention to areas such as community engagement, community relevance, tangible benefits to the community, partnerships, and cultural humility. As part of this work they will do in advance of the review session, CRRB members should also begin to formulate questions that they would like the researcher to address during the review session. - (Essential)
• Participate in researcher review sessions which are approximately 90min in duration and can occur in-person or remotely (session dependent). CRRB members should arrive on time and stay for the duration of the meeting, actively listen to the information that is presented, and consider the strengths and challenges of the study using the domains outlined on the comment form. It will also be important for CRRB members to bring any prepared concerns or questions with them after their review of the materials, share their expertise about the information that is presented, and provide feedback to the researchers. CRRB members active engagement in the review session enhances equity in research that is conducted in West Philadelphia and helps to build collaborative relationships with local research institutions.
• Complete all post-session documentation following a session with a researcher. CRRB Members will be expected to submit completed comment forms within one week of a review session (either via hard copy or emailing an electronic PDF file). They will also be expected to submit the post-session survey which they will receive either electronically or via hard copy (according to their preference) within one week of receiving that request.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Be a member of the West Philadelphia community members and institutional allies.
  
  

Location

• Remote
  
  

Additional Information

This is a Part-time temporary position classified as non-exempt. The pay offered is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Feb 11 2025 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: Mar 11 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend

Send me jobs like these

We will email you new jobs that match this search.

Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription.

The email address was invalid, please check for errors.

You must agree to the privacy statement

Subscribe Recaptcha

Privacy agreement

Search results

Position Title Position Type Location Closes Per Diem Temporary / Per Diem / Casual Remote Mar 11 2025 The School of Public Health is looking for Per Diem employees.

Current Opportunities

Position Title Position Type Location Closes Per Diem Temporary / Per Diem / Casual Remote Mar 11 2025 The School of Public Health is looking for Per Diem employees.

Expression of interest

No expression of interest currently available

Powered by PageUp

Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that welcomes individuals from diverse and neurodiverse backgrounds and perspectives, and believes that an inclusive and respectful environment enriches the University community and the educational and employment experience of its members. The University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, status as a veteran or special disabled veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and any other prohibited characteristic. Please visit our Policies page to view all University policies related to Human Resources and News and Announcements for workplace postings.

Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made.

Drexel University, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) publishes the Drexel University Security & Fire Safety Annual Report for current and prospective students and employees. This report contains important safety information and crime statistics for the previous three years. These statistics pertain to reported crimes that have occurred on campus, in certain non-campus buildings or properties that are owned or controlled by Drexel University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.

Printed copies of this report are also available by calling the Public Safety Administrative Office, 215.895.1550.

Additional information about the services provided by the Drexel University Department of Public Safety can be obtained by visiting their website.

Per Diem

Apply now Job no: 504648

Work type: Part-Time

Location: Remote

Categories: Dornsife School of Public Health

Essential Functions

• This per diem position for community members serving on the CRRB is supported by a two-year project funded by the Barra Foundation Catalyst Grant to support the organizational development and operations of the PZRC; it involves the following responsibilities: - (Essential)
• Complete a review of all study materials before a scheduled session with a researcher. Approximately two weeks before a review session, CRRB members will receive a set of documents that they will need to read. These documents relate to the study that will be discussed at the upcoming review meeting. CRRB Members are expected to review these materials (e.g., study proposal, study instruments, recruitment plan, etc.) with attention to areas such as community engagement, community relevance, tangible benefits to the community, partnerships, and cultural humility. As part of this work they will do in advance of the review session, CRRB members should also begin to formulate questions that they would like the researcher to address during the review session. - (Essential)
• Participate in researcher review sessions which are approximately 90min in duration and can occur in-person or remotely (session dependent). CRRB members should arrive on time and stay for the duration of the meeting, actively listen to the information that is presented, and consider the strengths and challenges of the study using the domains outlined on the comment form. It will also be important for CRRB members to bring any prepared concerns or questions with them after their review of the materials, share their expertise about the information that is presented, and provide feedback to the researchers. CRRB members active engagement in the review session enhances equity in research that is conducted in West Philadelphia and helps to build collaborative relationships with local research institutions.
• Complete all post-session documentation following a session with a researcher. CRRB Members will be expected to submit completed comment forms within one week of a review session (either via hard copy or emailing an electronic PDF file). They will also be expected to submit the post-session survey which they will receive either electronically or via hard copy (according to their preference) within one week of receiving that request.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Be a member of the West Philadelphia community members and institutional allies.
  
  

Location

• Remote
  
  

Additional Information

This is a Part-time temporary position classified as non-exempt. The pay offered is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Feb 11 2025 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: Mar 11 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend