social science research assistant

Penn State University

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</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>
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Desmarais Duran PLSC Part-Time 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

North Dakota State University

<p><b>Overview</b><br/>A Temporary Research Assistant position is available in USDA Agricultural Research Service at Edward T. Schafer Agricultural Research Center in Fargo, ND and hired through North Dakota State University. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our Remote Sensing and Imaging team in Sugarbeet Research Unit. This internship offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in automation research on agricultural crop production. The ideal candidate will assist in various research projects on drone, field robot, and satellite platforms while developing their skills in sensing, control, and imaging techniques and data analysis.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Assist with conducting experiments and research projects under the supervision of senior researchers.</li><li>Assist in designing and troubleshooting the hardware integration and in-house software for sensing and control interface</li><li>Maintain accurate records of experiments, analyze data, and report summarizing findings.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to ensure a safe and efficient laboratory environment.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.</li><li>Familiarity with Python, Raspberry Pi, and Arduino is preferred.</li><li>Experience or course work related to Image Processing, Field Robotics, GIS, Drone, and Precision Agriculture is advantageous.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret scientific data effectively.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.</li></ul><p>This internship provides an invaluable opportunity to gain practical experience in research while contributing to important scientific advancements in the field.</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Internship</p><p>Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour</p><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Fargo, ND 58102 (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Relocate:</p><ul><li>Fargo, ND 58102: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Temporary Research Assistant - Machine Learning & Remote Sensing

OBERLIN COLLEGE

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Oberlin Undergraduate Research (OUR) and the Center for Learning, Education, and Research in the Sciences (CLEAR) invite applications for the position of Oberlin Summer Research Institute (OSRI) Program Assistant. This position plays a central role in supporting the day-to-day operations, programming, and community life of the Oberlin Summer Research Institute.<br>
</div><div>The OSRI Program Assistant is responsible for keeping K100 open, welcoming, organized, and ready for use, while providing hands-on logistical and community support for OSRI workshops, events, and affiliated programming. This is a highly visible, in-person role focused on supporting OSRI students, peer mentors, and staff, cultivating a positive and inclusive environment, and ensuring the smooth execution of programs and events both on and off campus. The position will be full-time, 40 hours/week, typically Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, though evenings and weekends are regularly required for support of OSRI programming; in such instances the schedule will be arranged in coordination with the supervisor. The OSRI Program Assistant works on-site, stationed primarily in Science Center K100, Oberlin College.<br>
</div><div>This is a non-continuing, hourly, 2-month temporary staff position. The position has an anticipated start date of May 26, 2026 and will conclude on July 24, 2026. The OSRI Program Assistant will report to the Director of Inclusive Excellence in Undergraduate Research and STEM Education.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Responsibilities</b></div>
<div><div><b>K100 Space Stewardship and Operations</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Serve as the primary on-site presence in Science Center K100 during scheduled hours</li>
<li>Keep K100 open, orderly, clean, and ready for daily use by OSRI students and staff</li>
<li>Coordinate room setup and reset for workshops, meetings, and events</li>
<li>Monitor space use and address basic operational needs as they arise</li>
<li>Water and care for plants in K100 and associated program spaces</li>
<li>Restock water and other supplies in K100 as needed.</li></ul><p></p><div><br>
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<b>OSRI</b><b> Program and Event Support</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Provide logistical support for all OSRI workshops, community-building activities, and events, including:<ul>
<li>Setup and cleanup</li>
<li>Taking attendance</li>
<li>Making announcements and providing general participant support</li>
</ul></li><li>Support off-campus OSRI programming as assigned.</li>
<li>Take the lead role in supporting community events held during evenings and weekends, with flexibility in scheduling approved by the supervisor.</li></ul><div><br>
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<b>Student Support and Community Building</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Cultivate positive, professional, and supportive relationships with OSRI students and peer mentors</li>
<li>Help foster a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative environment during OSRI programming</li>
<li>Assist with student communications and basic program coordination as needed</li>
<li>May be asked to provide feedback on student work and assist with grading under staff guidance</li></ul><div><br>
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<b>Administrative and Programmatic Support</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Assist with minor planning projects supporting OUR or CLEAR programming</li>
<li>Support documentation, organization, and preparation for ongoing or future programming</li>
Perform other administrative, logistical, or program-related duties as assigned<br>
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<div><div><b>Qualifications</b></div>
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<b>Required Qualifications</b><br>
</div><ul><li>May 2026 Oberlin Graduate*</li>
<li>Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>High level of reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, people-centered environment</li>
<li>Comfort working in a highly visible, in-person support role</li>
<li>Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.)</li><br>
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<b>Desired Qualifications</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Experience supporting student programming, events, or community spaces</li>
<li>Prior involvement with undergraduate research, peer mentoring, or academic support programs</li>
<li>Ability to contribute to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive intellectual community</li>
<li>Flexibility and willingness to work evenings and weekends, with total work hours not to exceed 40 hr/week.</li>
<li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license with clean driving record, and access to personal vehicle, with certification with the College to drive College vehicles and willingness to transport students in Oberlin Athletic vehicles preferred.</li></ul><div><br>
</div><ul><li><i>Applicant must be a May 2026 graduating senior.</i></li></ul></div><br>
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<div><div><b>Compensation</b></div>
<div>$14 per hour for up to 40 hours per week, with housing provided from May 26 &ndash; July 24, 2026. Meal plan with two meals per day will be provided for the duration of the Oberlin Summer Research Institute (June 1 &ndash; July 23).</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Cover letter describing your interest in the position and relevant experience</li>
<li>R&eacute;sum&eacute;</li>
<li>List of at least three references (at least one must be an Oberlin faculty or staff member)</li>
<li>Unofficial transcripts</li></ul><p></p><div><br>
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Review of applications will begin on March 25, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.</div><div></div><div><br>
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</div></div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Documents Needed to Apply</b></h2>
<div><b>Required Documents</b>
<div><ul><li>Cover Letter
</li></ul><ul><li>Resume
</li></ul><ul><li>List of References</li></ul>
<ul><li>Unofficial Transcripts
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Oberlin Summer Research Institute Program 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

University of Texas at Austin

<div><div>Job Posting Title:</div>
Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I - Psychology<div>
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Hiring Department:</div>
Department of Psychology<div>
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Position Open To:</div>
All Applicants<div>
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:</div>
40<div>
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FLSA Status:</div>
Non-Exempt<div>
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Earliest Start Date:</div>
Immediately<div>
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Position Duration:</div>
Expected to Continue Until Feb 28, 2027<div>
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Location:</div>
UT MAIN CAMPUS<div>
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Job Details:</div><div>
General Notes</div><div>
We are hiring a full-time Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I in the Department of Psychology. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail; show proficiency in managing multiple tasks and working both independently as well as with a team. The Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I will be provided with training in clinical assessments and will gain experience in general research administration and the preparation of publications and conference presentations. This position is well-suited for individuals interested in pursuing graduate study in clinical psychology.</div><div></div><div><i>
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions have been filled.</i></div><div></div><div>
Purpose</div><div>
The positions support clinical trials funded by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the Cancer Prevention &amp; Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) and are overseen by Drs. <div>Richard Brown</div> and <div>Jasper Smits</div>. More information about our research can be found <div>here</div>.</div><div></div><div>
Responsibilities</div><ul><li>
Coordinating recruitment efforts for an ongoing clinical trial that examines tobacco cessation following psychiatric hospital discharge.</li><li>
Travel to and from the psychiatric hospital and coordinating with hospital staff.</li><li>
Organizing and overseeing data collection and study protocols, including management, cleaning, and preparation of data collected via online survey platforms.</li><li>
Conducting clinical interviews and assessments.</li><li>
Maintaining and revising IRB protocols and assisting with research compliance reports and procedures.</li><li>
Supervision of undergraduate students conducting data entry and other tasks.</li><li>
Interfacing with research and clinical staff to maintain effective communication regarding participant scheduling, data management, and quality control.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Required Qualifications</div><div>
A minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or a related field and prior research experience (including experience as a student).</div><div></div><div><i>
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.</i></div><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications</div><div>
Prior research experience in a psychology lab, prior experience working in a psychiatric hospital or mental health care clinic, and has experience with the data management and use of software programs for statistical analysis such as REDCap and R-Studio.</div><div></div><div>
Driving Requirements</div><div>
This candidate should also have a reliable mode of transportation as they will be required to travel between the psychiatric hospital and the lab.</div><div></div><div>
Salary Range</div><div>
$40,000</div><div></div><div>
Working Conditions</div><ul><li><div>
May work around biohazards</div></li><li><div>
May work around standard office conditions</div></li><li><div>
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Required Materials</div><ul><li><div>
Resume/CV</div></li><li>
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor</li><li>
Letter of interest</li></ul><div></div><div>
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.</div><div></div><div>
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.</div><div>
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Employment Eligibility:</div>
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.<div>
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:</div>
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.<div>
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Background Checks:</div><div>
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.</div><div>
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Equal Opportunity Employer:</div><div>
The University of Texas at Austin, as an <div>equal opportunity/affirmative action employer</div>, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.</div><div>
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Pay Transparency:</div><div>
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor&rsquo;s legal duty to furnish information.</div><div>
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Employment Eligibility Verification:</div><div>
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original <div>documents</div> to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.</div><div>
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E-Verify:</div><div>
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university&rsquo;s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:</div><ul><li><div>
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish)</div> [PDF]</li><li><div>
Right to Work Poster (English)</div> [PDF]</li><li><div>
Right to Work Poster (Spanish)</div> [PDF]</li></ul><div>
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Compliance:</div><div>
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in <div>HOP-3031</div>.</div><div></div><div>
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may <div>access the most recent report here</div> or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.</div></div>

Social Science/Humanities Research Associate I - Psychology

University of Texas Medical Branch

<div><p>JOB DESCRIPTION</p><p>
This position is designed for post-baccalaureate individuals participating in a UTMB post-baccalaureate research education program with major responsibilities of research and academic work.</p><p><br>
</p><p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</p><ul><li>Learns and masters basic laboratory techniques taught in a classroom-setting or in a research laboratory to gain proficiency for performing laboratory or computational research</li><li>Works with research faculty to define a research plan and project and carries out research on defined project(s); Reports results of the research in written and verbal reports</li><li>Performs research work which may comprise of laboratory work or computational/data-based work under the direction of responsible faculty</li><li>Attends any and all scheduled meetings with exceptions for excused absences, and participates in activities that include individual development planning and writing assignments</li><li>Attends scheduled meetings with mentoring team members including graduate students and postdoctoral members</li><li>Student tutoring and academic skills building as related to professional training</li><li>Literature and database research as needed for the research</li><li>Adheres to all policies and regulations of UTMB</li><li>Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure</li><li>Performs related duties as required to fulfill personal academic requirements</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE</p><p>
Bachelor's degree in science or related field.</p><p><br>
</p><p>WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT</p><p>
Classroom, library, computer facility, laboratory and/or clinical environments.</p><p></p><p><br>
May be exposed to such occupational hazards found in a biomedical research facility or clinical environment such as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing &amp; non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients or others.</p><p></p><p><br>
OTHER:</p><p>
Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.</p><p><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p><p>
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.</p></div>

Student Research Assistant

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