Graduate Research Assistant (Psych&Comm)

Texas A&M International University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, TX seeks a Graduate Research Assistant (Psych & Comm) to support the BLEND Lab. You will collect EEG data from child participants and assist with data management and basic analyses, while administering assessments and helping recruit families for research projects.

The role is a student worker position on campus, requiring enrollment in the MS in Psychology program and a minimum 3.0 GPA; evening/weekend commitments may occur as needed.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in MS in Psychology at TAMIU with minimum GPA requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, biology preferred.
• Experience with EEG data collection is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect high-quality EEG data from child participants.
• Assist with data management and perform basic statistical analyses.
• Administer standardized assessment and evaluation instruments.
• Participate in recruitment activities with families in research.

Skills

EEG data collection

Data management

Statistical analysis

Assessment administration

Recruitment activities

Education

Bachelor's in psychology, neuroscience, biology

Enrollment in MS in Psychology program

Tools

PsychoPy

Job description

Job TitleGraduate Research Assistant (Psych&Comm) Agency Texas A&M International University Department Dept, Psychology & Communication

Job Location: Laredo, Texas

Job Type: Student Worker

Proposed Minimum Salary: $18.50 hourly

Job Summary

The Graduate Research Assistant will work under supervision in the Bilingual Learning, Education, and Neural Development (BLEND) Lab and will be responsible for assisting in leading and managing the assigned research project focused on understanding the neurodevelopmental trajectory for multiplication fact learning in bilingual children.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect high-quality Electroencephalography (EEG) data from child participants.
• Assist with data management and perform basic statistical analyses.
• Administer standardized assessment and evaluation instruments.
• Participate in recruitment activities with the goal of involving children and their families in research.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Enrolled full-time in the Master's of Science in Psychology program at TAMIU.
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 3.0 for graduate students.
• Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU's Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

Preferred Experience and Education

• Must have a bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, biology or related discipline.
• Some experience with EEG data collection.
• Some experience administering standardized assessments measuring cognitive skills.
• Some experience using PsychoPy or related stimulus presentation tool.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications.
• Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements

Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions, reporting to the Bilingual Learning, Education, and Neural Development Lab (PLG 208). Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace. Work schedules are based on research needs but will ensure it does not conflict with class schedule. Promptly complete all required training. Submit time sheet biweekly. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Subject to funding and/or need. Pay of Rate: $18.50/hour for up to 10 hours weekly All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Eligibility for Student Employment

• Undergraduate student must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester of college-level courses or accepted remedial courses.
• International undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credit hours to meet the federal immigration guidelines.
• Must maintain a 2.0 TAMIU overall GPA.
• Graduate students must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours per semester.
• International graduate students must enroll in 9 semester credit hours in order to meet the federal immigration guidelines.
• Must maintain a 3.0 TAMIU overall GPA.
• Students who will be graduating may enroll for less than half time for their final semester. Must submit proof of graduation.