social research assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

<div><div><div>Posting Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>TEACCH-427401</div>
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<div><div><b>Career Area</b></div> <div>Research Professionals</div>
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<div><div><b>Is this an internal only recruitment?</b></div> <div>No</div>
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<div><div><b>Posting Open Date </b></div><div>03/10/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Application Deadline</b></div> <div>03/24/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Type</b></div> <div>Permanent Staff (SHRA)</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Title</b></div> <div>Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Journey</div>
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<div><div><b>Salary Grade Equivalent</b></div> <div>NC09 / GN08</div>
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<div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>Social/Clinical Research Assistant</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Number</b></div> <div>20031006</div>
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<div><div><b>Vacancy ID</b></div> <div>P020865</div>
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<div><div><b>Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited</b></div> <div>Full-Time Time-Limited</div>
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<div><div><b>If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment</b></div> <div>3 Years</div>
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<div><div><b>Hours per week</b></div> <div>40</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Schedule</b></div>
<div>Monday &ndash; Friday; 8:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Location</b></div> <div>CARRBORO, NC</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>North Carolina, US</div>
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<div><div><b>Hiring Range</b></div> <div>$39,681 - $45,405</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay Band Information</b></div>
<div>To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see <b>the Career Banding rates spreadsheet</b>.</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Position Summary Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Be a Tar Heel!</b></div>
<div><div><p>A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation&rsquo;s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.</p>
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<div><p>One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.</p>
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<div><p>University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.</p>
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<div><p>UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.</p></div></div><br>
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<div><div><b>Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit</b></div>
<div>The University of North Carolina TEACCH Autism program is system of university-based regional centers to serve autistic children, adolescents and adults and their families. As part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the program has an active clinical, teaching, and research program. TEACCH operates seven community regional clinics. Our clinics and programs offer a set of core services along with unique demonstration programs meeting the needs of autistic individuals, their families, and professionals across the state of North Carolina. Also, part of TEACCH is the Carolina Living and Learning Center, a residential/vocational training facility for autistic adults as well as an Employment Services program providing Job Coaching and related services to adults on the spectrum.<br>
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TEACCH is currently part of the North Carolina Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) program. All TEACCH programs are coordinated through a central administration and research unit in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.<br>
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TEACCH provides clinical services such as diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, speech language therapy, occupational therapy and parent support groups. In addition, TEACCH conducts training within the state of North Carolina, nationally and internationally and provides consultation for teachers, residential care providers, and other professionals from a variety of disciplines.<br>
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TEACCH conducts clinical research focused on providing evidence-based care to autistic individuals and their families in their home communities. Our research examines intervention effectiveness in clinic, school, and community settings. Ongoing research includes a school-based anxiety intervention program, a community college-based transition to adulthood program, a telehealth program treating depression and anxiety in autistic adults, and a physical activity program for autistic adults. Studies also examine the services needs related to early intervention, employment and aging.<br>
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TEACCH has 48 full and part-time faculty, 150+ staff and provides training opportunities in both research and clinical activities for interns, postdocs and other graduate and undergraduate students.<br>
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This position is located at the TEACCH Administration &amp; Research Building in Carrboro, NC.</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div>This position will serve as an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator within the TEACCH Autism Program.<br>
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The selected candidate will assist in research activities for a Multisite Randomized Control Trial (RCT) of a Daily Living Skills Intervention for Autistic Adolescents Prior to the Transition to Adulthood. Other research activities will include related research projects on factors that affect outcomes for adults with autism. Activities will involve assisting the project coordinator with participant recruitment, conducting assessments around the state of North Carolina, and data collection and entry.<br>
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The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator assists with the execution of study protocols, including screening and recruiting study participants, conducting study visits, and collecting, entering, and reviewing study data.</div>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Education and Experience Requirements</b></div>
<div>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.</div>
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<div><div><b>Management Preferences</b></div>
<ul><li>The department has a preference for candidates with experience in developmental or clinical research, and survey and statistical package software.</li>
<li>Previous understanding and experience working with autistic individuals and/or other developmental disabilities is also preferred.</li>
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<div><div><b>Required Licenses/Certifications</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Special Physical/Mental Requirements
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<div></div><div><div><b>Campus Security Authority Responsibilities</b></div>
<div>Not Applicable.</div>
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<div><div><b>Position/Schedule Requirements</b></div> <div>Evening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Weekend work occasionally</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Social/Clinical Research Assistant

Brown University

<div><div>Job Description:</div><div></div><div>
The <div>Mind &amp; Morality Lab</div>, directed by Dr. Julia Marshall, investigates children&rsquo;s social cognition. The lab is especially interested in understanding how children learn to cooperate with one another. We work with children from around age 5 up until 12 in laboratory, public, and school settings in addition to working with adults through online data collection platforms.</div><div></div><div>
The Research Assistant&rsquo;s responsibilities will be multi-fold. First, the Research Assistant (RA) will be responsible for coordinating and conducting research with children. This will involve managing a database of families and recruiting families to participate in laboratory studies. Second, the position will also involve reaching out to schools, coordinating school visits, and maintaining relationships with these schools. Third, the RA will help with lab-related tasks, such as administrative duties, performing statistical analyses, developing lab presentations, and recruiting and managing undergraduate research assistants.</div><div></div><div>
This position will allow for independent research on the lab&rsquo;s research topics under the supervision of Dr. Marshall.</div><div></div><div>
This is a 100% grant funded and fixed-term position for one year with the possibility of renewal depending on the funding source.</div><div></div><div>
Education and Experience</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor of Science or Arts in psychology, cognitive science, computer science, or related field is required and 1&ndash;2 years of related research experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</div></li><li><div>
A strong background in conducting statistical analyses in R and/or Python, and computer programming or web development skills are strongly preferred.</div></li><li><div>
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills</div></li><li><div>
An ability to work independently and with a team</div></li><li><div>
Takes initiative</div></li><li><div>
Strong attention to detail and an interest in working with children.</div></li><li><div>
Very responsible, good time management skills</div></li><li><div>
Administrative experience and experience working with children is preferred</div></li><li><div>
Must be comfortable interacting with children of all ages, with undergraduate students, and with parents and community members</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Applicants <i>must </i>submit a cover letter and CV/resume.</div><div></div><div>
Why Brown?</div><div><div>
Brown University</div> is a leading research university that is distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will impact the world.</div><div></div><div>
Brown University offers <i>flexible work/life balance</i>; summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more. <div>Read more about the benefits of working at Brown here</div>.</div><div></div><div>
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.</div><div></div><div>
Benefits of Working at Brown:</div><div>
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found <div>here</div>.</div><div></div><div>
Recruiting Start Date:</div><div></div>
2026-03-11<div></div><div>
Job Posting Title:</div>
Research Assistant<div></div><div>
Department:</div>
Department of Cognitive and Psychological Sciences<div></div><div>
Grade:</div>
Grade 8<div></div><div>
Worker Type:</div>
Employee<div></div><div>
Worker Sub-Type:</div>
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)<div></div><div>
Time Type:</div>
Full time<div></div><div>
Scheduled Weekly Hours:</div>
37.5<div></div><div>
Position Work Location:</div>
Onsite<div></div><div><br>
Submission Guidelines:</div><div>
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.</div><div></div><div>
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.</div><div></div><div>
Still Have Questions?</div><div>
If you have any questions you may contact <div>employment@brown.edu</div>.</div><div></div><div>
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.</div><div></div><div>
EEO Statement:</div><div>
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person&rsquo;s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.</div></div>

Research Assistant

Oklahoma State University

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OSU-Center for Health Sciences</p>
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Contact Name &amp; Email</b></h4>
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Jeffery Kellerman, jeff.kellerman@okstate.edu</p>
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Work Schedule</b></h4>
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Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm</p>
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Appointment Length</b></h4>
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Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice</p>
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Hiring Range</b></h4>
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$18.00 - $20.25, Hourly</p>
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Priority Application Date</b></h4>
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While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.</p>
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Special Instructions to Applicants</b></h4>
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For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.</p>
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About this Position</b></h4>
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The Academic Research Assistant will provide comprehensive support to the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. This role consists of dual responsibilities including academic administrative duties and research assistant responsibilities. The position ensures efficient office operations including Outlook calendar management, travel reimbursement, purchasing, coordinating meetings, and general office management. The position also contributes to faculty-led research projects; specifically, the research responsibilities to include data collection, literature reviews, and manuscript review/ preparation. The incumbent may be tasked with research related work related to any portion of the research lifecycle including IRB application support and other research related efforts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities.</p>
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Required Qualifications</b></h4>
<ul><li>Bachelor's
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in psychology/ behavioral sciences, or related field OR Five years of administrative experience including research assistant experience. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)</li>
</ul></li><li>Experience in administrative support and/or research assistance.</li>
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<p><b>Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:</b></p>
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<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li>
<li> Familiarity with research tools such as SPSS and Excel for data analysis.</li>
<li> Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.</li>
<li> Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently.</li></ul></div>

Academic Research Assistant 633255

Penn State University

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</b></h1><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please </b><b>login to Workday </b><b>to complete the </b><b>internal application process </b><b>. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please </b><b>login to Workday </b><b>to complete the </b><b>student application process. </b><b>Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click &ldquo;Apply&rdquo; and complete </b><b>the application process for external applicants </b><b>.<br>
</b></h2></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see </b><b>Notice to Out of State Applicants </b><b>.<br>
</b></p><p></p><p><b>JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
</b></p><p>The College of the Liberal Arts, in the Department of Political Science is seeking applicants for part-time job of Desmarais Duran PLSC Part-Time Research Assistant.
</p><p></p><p>The Department of Political Science seeks to hire three part-time Research Assistants to assist with the analysis of Turkish political discourse during the current term. RAs will be responsible for manually labeling social media posts and video comments according to a provided codebook. Applicants must be fluent in Turkish and possess a strong awareness of current Turkish politics and basic public discussions.
</p><p></p><p>The position offers an hourly rate of $15/hour for a total workload of 66 hours per assistant to work over the spring semester.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
</b></p>Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.<br>
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</b></p><div><p>Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .<br>
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Desmarais Duran PLSC Part-Time Research Assistant

University of Pittsburgh

<div><div><p><b>Research Assistant</b></p></div><div>
All Temps - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26001433)</div><div></div><div><div><br>
The University of Pittsburgh Department of Emergency Medicine is looking for research assistants to assist with an NIH-funded, laboratory-based experimental research study focused on sleep loss, cardiovascular health, and psychomotor performance in public safety and health care shift workers. Prior experience working with research teams in a University setting is desired but not required. Prior experience working with large teams as a student research assistant and/or with multiple faculty investigators is desired but not required. Prior experience using different types of non-invasive monitoring devices is desired (e.g., ambulatory blood pressure monitoring devices). Prior experience using different types of computer software programs for research purposes such as REDCap is desired. Candidates will be trained to follow a standard protocol. Strict adherence to protocol is expected. Assisting faculty investigators with data collection and data quality checks are expected. Given the focus of this research study, candidate research assistants will be scheduled in shifts to help adequately staff the laboratory for participant monitoring during evenings, nights, and weekends when needed. Scheduling will be flexible yet will include night shifts that range between 5 and 12 hours in duration</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
A High School Diploma or GED is required for this position and a Bachelor's degree is Preferred.</div><div></div><p><i><br>
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.</i></p><div><br>
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Department</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> Med-Emergency Medicine</div><div><div><b>
Campus</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> Pittsburgh</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Education Level Required</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> High School Diploma/GED</div><div><div><b>
Minimum Years of Experience Required</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> 1</div><div><div><b>
Average number of working hours per week for this assignment</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> 15-20</div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> Flexible</div><div><div><b>
Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Work Arrangement</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.</div><div><div><b>
Requested Pay Rate</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> 19.00</div><div><div><b>
Visa Sponsorship Provided</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> No</div><div><div><b>
Background Check</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check</div><div><div><b>
Child Protection Clearances</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> Not Applicable</div><div><div><b>
Required Documents</b></div><div><b>:</b></div> Resume</div></div>

Vanderbilt University

<div><div><b>Position Summary </b><b>:
</b></div><div>The Research Assistant is part of the Brain Development Laboratory in Psychology and Human Development Department at Vanderbilt University and is responsible for conducting research. This position will be supported by a grant that aims to investigate the neural basis language in children . We are broadly interested in how the brain changes over development and in individual differences (including disability) in cortical organization ( https://lab.vanderbilt.edu/boothlab/ ). This position involves leading various aspects of the project including participant recruitment and outreach, administering cognitive testing, collecting neuroimaging data, data management and analysis, supervising undergraduate assistants, various administrative duties and assisting with reports. The position reports to the Laboratory Director.<br>
</div><div></div><div><b>About the Work Unit </b><b>:
</b></div><div>The Department of Psychology and Human Development at Vanderbilt University is a group of scholars who work to increase understanding of basic psychological functioning and neuropsychological development in various contexts. The department offers a doctoral degree in Psychological Sciences jointly with the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Science, with concentrations in clinical science, cognition in context, cognitive neuroscience, developmental science, neuroscience, and quantitative methods. The department also offers master&rsquo;s degrees in cognitive psychology in context, child studies and quantitative methods as well as undergraduate majors in child development, language science and cognitive studies. The department maintains strong collaborative ties with various units on campus including Advanced Computing Center for Research and Education, Bill Wilkerson Center, Brain Institute, Institute of Imaging Science, and Kennedy Center, as well as Department of Hearing and Speech, Department of Special Education and the Department of Teaching and Learning.<br>
</div><div></div><div><b>Key Functions and Expected Performance:
</b></div><ul><li><b>PARTICIPANT SCHEDULING AND COORDINATION: </b>Leading the publicizing of the study, scheduling and consenting participants, attending various events in the community to advertise our work.
</li><li><b>ADMINISTERING COGNITIVE TESTING </b>: Leading the conduct of experiments as well as standardized ability and achievement testing. Requires use of protocols for psychoeducational measures, use of specialized computer software to collect behavioral data and use of mock MRI to familiarize participants.
</li><li><b>COLLECTING NEUROIMAGING DATA: </b>Leading the coordination of participants in neuroimaging experiments and collecting Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) data at imaging center.
</li><li><b>DATA MANAGEMENT AND ANALYSIS: </b>Learning data scoring and entry, data management, basic analysis and data quality checks.
</li><li><b>SUPERVISING UNDERGRADUATE ASSISTANTS: </b>Leading hiring and evaluating temporary employees, training and coordinating assistants that aid in various lab duties, such as recruitment and data collection.
</li><li><b>VARIOUS ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES: </b>Leading the maintenance of information technology and social media, purchasing, bookkeeping, coordinating visitors, facilitating and attending meetings.
</li><li><b>ASSISTING WITH REPORTS: </b>Leading the management of Institutional Review Board and helping with periodic review reports for granting agencies. Depending on experience, participating in writing research articles.<br>
</li></ul><div></div><div><b>Supervisory Relationships </b><b>:
</b></div><div>This position has supervisory responsibility managing undergraduate assistants. This position reports administratively and functionally to the Laboratory Director.<br>
</div><div></div><div><b>Education and Certifications:
</b></div><ul><li><p>A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Linguistics, Neuroscience, Psychology, Special Education or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education is necessary .
</p></li><li><p>A Master&rsquo;s degree or higher in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Linguistics, Neuroscience, Psychology, Special Education or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred .<br>
</p></li></ul><div></div><div><b>Experience and Skills </b><b>:
</b></div><ul><li>Experience in recruiting participants into studies is necessary .
</li><li>Experience interacting with children, teachers, parents and the community is necessary .
</li><li>Experience in conducting behavioral research studies is necessary .
</li><li>Experience with computer software including social media, office, and database applications is necessary.
</li><li>Experience supervising undergraduate assistants is necessary .
</li><li>Experience administering standardized testing is necessary .
</li><li>Experience in institutional review board processes is necessary .
</li><li>Willingness to work some evening and weekend is necessary .
</li><li>Experience in coordinating large scale studies in preferred .
</li><li>Experience with statistical applications is preferred .
</li>Experience in pediatric magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is preferred .<br>
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</li></ul><div></div><div><b>Key Characteristics of a Successful Team Member in this Work Unit:
</b></div><ul><li><p><b>Detail-Oriented </b>&ndash; Even small mistakes can create big issues; attention to detail work indicates care about the outcomes
</p></li><li><p><b>Autonomous </b>&ndash; Self-managing; self-motivated; manages time, activities and outcomes well so that progress stays on track
</p></li><li><p><b>Creative Thinking </b>&ndash; Goes beyond the boundaries of the job description, willingly takes on new challenges, and finds creative solutions rather than always awaiting direct instructions
</p></li><li><p><b>Integrity </b>&ndash; Holds oneself accountable; takes responsibility for failures as well as successes, recognizes that trust is required to hold a team together
</p></li><li><p><b>Reliable </b>&ndash; Does what they say they will do, when they say they will do it; shows up for work when expected; doesn&rsquo;t push the burden of work volume or deadlines to others
</p></li><li><p><b>Hard-Working </b>&ndash; Is industrious as well as efficient (busy isn&rsquo;t the same as productive); can juggle multiple competing priorities simultaneously without becoming overwhelmed
</p></li><li><p><b>Good Communication &ndash; </b>Provides information clearly and accurately in various settings, ensuring understanding and participation.</p></li></ul></div>

Research Assistant - Term

California Institute of Technology

<div><div><b>Research Support Assistant</b><br>
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<b>Caltech</b><br>
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Job Category:</b> Occasional<br>
<b>Exempt Overtime Eligible:</b> Overtime Eligible<br>
<b>Benefits Eligible:</b> Non-Benefit Based
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Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.<br>
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<b>Job Summary</b><br>
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IPAC at Caltech has an opening at the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute (NExScI) at Caltech has the need for an occasional Research Support Assistant to work with scientists to work with the NASA Exoplanet Archive / ExoFOP to assess the variability of stars that are targets for the Pandora Mission. Pandora is a NASA small satellite mission, launched in January 2026, designed to determine how stellar variability may affect the determination of the composition of planetary atmospheres through transit spectroscopy. The successful applicant will work with the team to process supporting ground-based photometric light curve data and assist in the determination of the variability of stars. The analysis will involve processing the photometric time series data into photometric light curves and developing algorithms to quantify the variability of the stars. All data will then be uploaded to ExoFOP in support of the Pandora mission.<br>
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Caltech is more than a world-renowned science and engineering research and education institution; it is a community - a community of curious and passionate individuals who collaborate to understand and solve complex scientific and societal challenges. Caltech is an award-winning workplace and one of the best places to work in the greater Los Angeles area. Exceptional employees are critical to Caltech's success. IPAC, part of the Physics, Math, and Astronomy Division at Caltech (www.caltech.edu), provides science operations, user support, data and archive services, and scientific vision to maximize discovery with observatories both in space and on the ground. For more information and activities, please visit IPAC website (https://ipac.caltech.edu). This is 3 month term position.<br>
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<b>Essential Job Duties</b><br>
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As an IPAC Research Support Assistant, you will work with scientist David Ciardi on tasks related to his research stellar variability:<br>
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Download and process time series data from the LCO archive into photometric light curves for Pandora stars observed over the past year.</li><li>
Quantify the variability of the stars as measured by the LCO photometric light curve data.</li><li>
Upload data and results to ExoFOP in support of the Pandora Mission.</li></ul><br>
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Basic Qualifications</b><br>
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High School Diploma.</li><li>
Some high school/college-level courses in physics, astronomy, engineering or related discipline.</li><li>
Working knowledge of Python.</li><li>
Knowledge of a computing environment (Mac or PC).</li><li>
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.</li></ul><br>
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Preferred Qualifications</b><br>
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Experienced in working with and programming in python.</li><li>
Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet (e.g., Excel) software.</li></ul><br>
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Required Documents</b><br>
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Cover Letter.</li><li>
Resume.</li></ul><br>
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Deadline: April 6, 2026.</b><br>
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<b>To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: </b><b>https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings</b><br>
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<i>We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</i><br>
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