Research Assistant Coder

University of Texas at Austin; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Research Assistant Coder to work on coding parent-child interaction videos and supporting in-person assessments at UT Main Campus.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with related experience, plus background in behavioral coding of parent-child interactions. You will join the Special Education department for in-person work, with a 30-hour week schedule and 8am–5pm shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year of related expereince.
• Previous experience behavioral coding parent-child interactions.
• Experience working with young children and hearing young children speak English to an adult.
• Experience juggling multiple responsibilities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Code parent-child interaction videos.
• Support in-person child assessments.
• Participate in lab meetings.
• Rating assessment videos for fidelity of implementation.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Behavioral coding

Time management

Experience with children

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Disruptive Behavior Diagnostic Observation Schedule

IGDI - Early Childhood Intervention

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Research Assistant Coder

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Hiring Department:

Special Education

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

30

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Aug 11, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Jul 31, 2027

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Notes

This position is fully in person and 30 hours a week.

Purpose

To code parent-child interaction videos, support in-person assessment visits, rate assessor fidelity, and participate in team meetings.

Responsibilities

• Code parent-child interaction videos
• Support in-person child assessments
• Participate in lab meetings
• Rating assessment videos for fidelity of implementation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of related expereince
• Previous experience behavioral coding parent-child interactions.
• Experience working with young children and hearing young children speak English to an adult
• Experience juggling multiple responsibilities and deadlines

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree and three years of relevant experience
• Experience coding the Disruptive Behavior Diagnostic Observation Schedule and/or the Individual Growth Development Indicators- Early Childhood Intervention

Salary Range

$25,000 - $40,000, the prorate range for 30 Scheduled Weekly Hours

Working Conditions

• Typical Office Environment

Work Shift

• 30 Scheduled Weekly Hours throughout M - F, 8am - 5pm schedule

Required Materials

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

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, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is 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, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of 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 in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.