Part Time - Student - Behavioral Research Lab Assistant

Penn State; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Part-Time Student Behavioral Research Lab Assistant to manage daily research studies in the computer lab. Responsibilities include launching studies, resetting equipment, and ensuring compliance with study protocols.

The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Background checks will be conducted as part of employment requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to keep studies running on time and manage tasks effectively.
• Capability to follow instructions and enforce study rules.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with researchers.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily running of research studies in the computer lab.
• Launch links, reset computers, and take attendance during studies.
• Coordinate additional procedures needed for studies.

Job description

## Part Time - Student - Behavioral Research Lab AssistantApplylocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000055250# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Behavioral Research Assistant (RA) position manages the daily running of research studies in our computer lab.# Job Duties* Duties include keeping studies running on time, launching links, re-setting computers, taking attendance, enforcing rules and coordinating extra procedures when needed for a unique study (e.g. providing additional instructions during the study, distributing extra supplies, measuring time to walk a distance, setting people up for subliminal priming studies, etc.).* The RA works either independently or along with the researcher and will keep the lab manager updated on any issues that might occur during the course of a study. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.