Research Assistant I

The University of Texas at Dallas; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aging Well Lab in the Center for Vital Longevity at The University of Texas at Dallas, under the direction of Kendra Seaman, Ph.D., is currently seeking to hire a full-time Research Assistant I beginning in October to assist with a newly funded research project. The position requires a minimum one-year commitment (renewable).

We are interested in what motivates people, how that influences their decisions, and how this may change across adulthood.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the basic sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a customer service or in daily interactions in a public services environment.
• Preferred qualifications include a BA or BS in psychology, neuroscience, behavioral economics, data science, or a related field.
• Experience with human subjects data collection, organizational, time management, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills required.
• Prior experience with experimental design, programming of behavioral tasks, and data analysis; technical skills (e.g. Python, R, Unix) are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and implementation of online and in-person behavioral experiments.
• Recruitment and testing of human subjects.
• Coordinate and train research assistants.
• Preprocess and analyze experimental data.

Skills

Python

R

Unix

Education

Bachelor's degree in one of the basic sciences

BA/BS in psychology, neuroscience, behavioral economics, data science, or related field

Tools

Python

R

Unix

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Salary Range Starting at $37,000.00 Dependent on Qualifications

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/16/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 09/28/2026

Open Until Filled No

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 10/01/2026

Job Summary

The Aging Well Lab in the Center for Vital Longevity at The University of Texas at Dallas, under the direction of Kendra Seaman, Ph.D., is currently seeking to hire a full-time Research Assistant I beginning in October to assist with a newly funded research project. The position requires a minimum one-year commitment (renewable).

We are interested in what motivates people, how that influences their decisions, and how this may change across adulthood. We use a wide variety of behavioral, modeling, and neuroimaging techniques. Please see https://agingwell.utdallas.edu/ for more information on our lab’s focus and ongoing projects.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in one of the basic sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience in customer service or in daily interactions in a public services environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred qualifications include a BA or BS in psychology, neuroscience, behavioral economics, data science, or a related field. Strong applicants from other fields may be considered. Experience with human subjects data collection, excellent organizational, time management, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Prior experience with experimental design, programming of behavioral tasks, and data analysis. Technical skills (e.g. Python, R, Unix) are also highly desired but not required. Prior experience managing teams and/or an interest in psychological and neurobiological changes across adulthood are also a plus.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities for the Research Assistant will include (1) assisting with the design and implementation of online and in-person behavioral experiments, (2) recruitment and testing of human subjects, (3) coordinating and training research assistants, and (4) preprocessing and analysis of experimental data.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Remote work is not available for this position.

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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