Research Assistant - Gruen Lab

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Research Assistant to support studies on companion animal behavior. This role involves hands-on work with animals and data management, contributing to impactful research in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in behavioral sciences, with a passion for animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or 3+ years of independent research experience.
• Research experience in behavioral sciences or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating day-to-day research activities with animals.
• Collect and manage behavioral data using various tools.
• Support patient scheduling and client communication.

Skills

Behavioral Sciences

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree

Relevant Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Video Systems

Telemetry

Biostatistics

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references.

Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG194097EP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $50,000

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, may vary

Job Location

Department

Department Department of Clinical Sciences

About the Department

The Department of Clinical Sciences has 60 faculty members, 59 residents,
interns, and post-doctoral fellows, 23 graduate students, and 24 research
technicians and 3 administrative staff. The department provides learning
opportunities within the four-year veterinary curriculum (educational
information) and through continuing education for practitioners. Within the
Veterinary Health Complex, faculty and staff provide care for patients, teach
veterinary students, and provide advanced training for interns and residents.

Faculty are very active in research programs to improve the health and welfare of
animals and people. The Comparative Biomedical Sciences graduate program
allows graduate students to focus their research in the areas of cell biology,
infectious diseases, pharmacology, pathology, and population medicine. Other
graduate programs with which departmental faculty are affiliated include
programs in immunology, physiology, toxicology and functional genomics.
Faculty are also involved with the Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology
graduate program.

The Behavioral Medicine Laboratory is seeking a Research Assistant to support ongoing studies focused on companion animal behavior. This role offers a mix of hands-on work with dogs and cats and behind-the-scenes coordination that helps keep research efforts running smoothly.

What you’ll do:

• Assist in coordinating day-to-day research activities, including working directly with dogs and cats
• Collect and manage behavioral data using video systems, telemetry, sensory testing, and other remote measurement tools
• Support patient scheduling and communicate with clients as needed
• Conduct routine biostatistical work—gathering, summarizing, analyzing, and interpreting data to support research outcomes
  
  

If you are detail-oriented, comfortable working with animals, and able to contribute to data-driven research in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply.

In addition to your core responsibilities, you’ll occasionally drive to nearby universities to support collaborative research efforts and assist with behavioral testing coordination.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree, or relevant Bachelor’s degree plus 3 or more
years of independent research experience, or substantiative relevant independent
experience and education. May require terminal degree and licensure.

Other Required Qualifications

• Research/work experience in behavioral sciences or related fields, interest in the field.
• Comfortable and willing to work outdoors as necessary and within the research facility with dogs and cats.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cognitive or behavioral testing; behavioral data analysis with video systems; telemetry; biostatistics and data analysis.
• Experience working with dogs and cats in a research or veterinary environment
• Applied knowledge of biostatistics.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

Valid NC Driver’s license within 30 days of hire

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 05/13/2025

Anticipated Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references.

Position Number

Position Number 00111447

Position Type

Position Type EPS/SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00

Appointment

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID

Department ID 195001 - Department of Clinical Sciences

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
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  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • HERC
  • Professional Journal
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  • Professional Organization
  • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
  • NCSU Employee Referral
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  • Other
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have research or work experience in behavioral sciences or related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please describe your experience with animal behavior research.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * A valid NC driver’s license is required for this position and must be maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid NC driver’s license or will you obtain it within 30 days of start date?
  • Yes, I have a valid NC driver’s license and understand that it must be maintained as a condition of employment.
  • Yes, while I do not currently have a valid NC driver’s license, I will obtain it within 30 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • No, I do not currently have a valid NC driver’s license, and I will not obtain it.
Required Documents
• Resume
Optional Documents
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References
NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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