Adjunct Hourly Research Support

University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire's Translational Augmentative and Alternative Communication Data Sciences Laboratory in Durham is seeking an hourly Research Staff member to support data collection, materials preparation, and laboratory operations for multiple projects.

Under supervision, you will assist with participant visits, manage study documentation, and help ensure adherence to study protocols and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience in research, data collection, or lab environments is preferred.
• Ability to follow study protocols and document activities accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of research protocols and participant visits.
• Prepare study materials, technology, and equipment for data-collection sessions.
• Support administration of research tasks, assessments, and experimental procedures.
• Document study activities and follow approved procedures with accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality and secure data handling per lab procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app The Research Staff (Hourly) position provides general research support for projects in the Translational Augmentative and Alternative Communication Data Sciences (TADS) Laboratory within the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of New Hampshire. Research activities may involve augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), language and communication, behavioral research, technology-based research, and other related areas. The specific assignments and responsibilities of the position may vary depending on the needs and activities of individual research projects. Working under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designated project staff, the employee supports research activities that may include participant-facing activities, data collection and management, preparation of study materials and equipment, and general laboratory and project operations. The position requires careful adherence to applicable study protocols, confidentiality requirements, and established research procedures. This is an hourly position and is not considered essential staff.

Duties/Responsibilities

Research Data Collection and Participant Support

• Assist with implementation of research protocols and participant visits.
• Prepare study materials, technology, and research equipment for data-collection sessions.
• Support administration of research tasks, assessments, and experimental procedures as trained.
• Communicate with research participants regarding study logistics as assigned.
• Accurately document study activities and follow approved study procedures.

Data Management and Research Support

• Enter, organize, code, and conduct quality checks of research data.
• Assist with transcription, annotation, scoring, or preparation of behavioral, communication, audio/video,or device-generated data.
• Maintain organized study records, files, and project documentation.
• Follow laboratory procedures for secure data handling, participant confidentiality, and data documentation.

Laboratory and Project Operations

• Assist with setup, testing, inventory, and routine maintenance of research equipment and materials.
• Support literature searches, preparation of research materials, and other project-related activities.
• Participate in research team meetings and required training.
• Perform other research support duties consistent with the scope of the position.

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience may include research, clinical, educational, laboratory, data-management, technology, or other work requiring careful attention to procedures and documentation.

Other Requirements

• Must complete required university and study-specific training before independently performing assigned research activities.
• Some assignments may require working with research participants, audio/video recordings, AAC devices, computers, or other research equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow research protocols, written procedures, and supervisor instructions accurately.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle research information responsibly.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with research participants and team members.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, manage assigned tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn research software, data-management systems, and study-specific technologies.
• Ability to identify questions or problems and communicate them promptly to project supervisors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or coursework in communication sciences and disorders, speech-language pathology, psychology, neuroscience, education, health sciences, computer/data science, or a related field.
• Prior research experience, including human-subjects research.
• Experience working with individuals with communication disabilities or familiarity with AAC.
• Experience with research data collection, transcription/coding, data management, or research technology.

Compensation Pay Range

$12-$20 /hour

Please be advised that this position is supported by external sponsor funding. As such, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those external funds. If, for any reason, the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be subject to modification or termination in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Durham

Salary Grade

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00