Part-Time Research Assistant - Child Studies & Data

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Transit bus pass

Family Concierge

Fitness center access

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Dietrich College is seeking a part-time Research Assistant in Pittsburgh to support longitudinal and cross-sectional studies involving children aged 3–8. The role involves recruitment, coordination and payment of human subjects, plus data management under the PI Erik Thiessen.

You will also supervise undergraduate and post-baccalaureate assistants and handle additional duties as assigned, with emphasis on adaptability, integrity and collaboration within a diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in psychology, statistics, neuroscience, decision science, economics, or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of research, research lab, and/or data collection experience required.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the PI to provide research-related support, including participant recruitment, coordination and payment of human subjects, and data management and maintenance.
• Assist with the coordination and supervision of undergraduate and post-baccalaureate research assistants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Self-management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University’s Dietrich College is seeking a part-time Research Assistant in Pittsburgh to support longitudinal and cross-sectional studies involving children aged 3–8. The role involves recruitment, coordination and payment of human subjects, plus data management under the PI Erik Thiessen.

You will also supervise undergraduate and post-baccalaureate assistants and handle additional duties as assigned, with emphasis on adaptability, integrity and collaboration within a diverse