Part-Time Psychology Research Associate I

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

A public research university in Austin is seeking a Part-Time Psychology Research Associate I to coordinate studies and manage day-to-day lab operations. The ideal candidate should have a BA or BS in psychology or a related field, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and an interest in development and learning. The position requires working closely with infants and young children and offers an hourly rate of $20 for up to 19 hours per week. Preferred commitment is two years.

Qualifications

• Experience working with infants and young children is required.
• Interest in development and learning is needed.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Collecting data through behavioral experiments.
• Managing, coding, and analyzing video data.
• Coordinating, training, and working with undergraduate research assistants.
• Recruiting and scheduling infants and young children.
• Assisting with new experimental setups.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Education

BA or BS in psychology, cognitive science, or related field

Job description

Overview

Part-Time Psychology Research Associate I at The University of Texas at Austin. This is a fixed-term, hourly position for up to 19 hours/week with a goal of a two-year commitment.

Job Details

• Job Posting Title: Part-Time Psychology Research Associate I
• Hiring Department: Department of Psychology
• Position Open To: All Applicants
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 19
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Earliest Start Date: Immediately
• Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Oct 29, 2024
• Location: UT Main Campus

About the Lab

The Developmental Intelligence Lab, directed by Prof. Chen Yu (https://www.la.utexas.edu/users/dil/), focuses on using state-of-the-art sensing and computing techniques to understand sensorimotor and cognitive processes that support early learning and development. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, this person will work on federally funded research. Lab studies include collecting multimodal behavioral data (e.g., eye tracking, motion tracking, video, and audio data) from naturalistic environments and conducting well-controlled experimental studies in the lab. The Research Associate will act as lab coordinator and will work closely with the PI and lab group to coordinate day-to-day lab operations.

This is a fixed-term, hourly position for up to 19 hours/week. The ideal candidate would be able to make a two-year commitment.

Purpose

The developmental intelligence lab is hiring a part-time Research Associate to coordinate studies within the lab and to coordinate day-to-day lab operations.

Responsibilities

• Collecting data through behavioral experiments
• Managing, coding, and analyzing video data
• Coordinating, training, and working with undergraduate research assistants
• Recruiting and scheduling infants and young children
• Assisting with new experimental setups

Required Qualifications

• BA or BS in psychology, cognitive science, or related field
• Experience working with infants and young children
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills in a collaborative research environment
• Interest in development and learning

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• A two-year commitment is preferred.

Salary

Salary Range: $20/hr

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Notes for Applicants

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. Additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section. Ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded before submitting your online job application. Once submitted, changes cannot be made.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: You must apply within Workday. If you are a current University employee, log in to Workday, update your Professional Profile, and then apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume and any additional Required Materials noted above.

Employment Eligibility

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, including promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. It is committed to 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.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing pay. However, employees with access to compensation information must not disclose it to those who do not have access except in specific allowed circumstances.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal E-Verify I-9 form and present original documents to prove identity and work authorization. Documents must be presented no later than the third day of employment.

E-Verify

The university uses E-Verify to check work authorization for new hires (Company ID 854197). See E-Verify posters and Right To Work information linked in the original posting.

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Clery Act. Prospective employees should review the Annual Security and Fire Safety report, available here or at University Compliance Services.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Part-time

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