Research Technician I

tamus; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in College Station is seeking a Research Technician I to perform entry-level, semi-skilled technical support for research projects within the Educational Psychology department. The role may require weekend or after-hours work and potential travel as needed.

Salary starts at $15.00 per hour with opportunities to assist in data collection, management, and dissemination efforts. The position emphasizes teamwork and reliable contribution to ongoing studies.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists with participant pool by recruiting, screening, and maintaining records on research participants.
• Assists in data collection and consults in developing procedures.
• Contributes to development of data management procedures and enters data.
• Assists in literature review/background justification of research projects.
• Provides support for senior staff in data analysis and data reports.
• Assists in dissemination of research materials for practitioner and academic audiences.
• Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.
• Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Research Technician I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Educational Psychology

Proposed Minimum Salary

$15.00 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

What We Want

We are seeking a Research Technician I to perform entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks.

What You Need to Know

Position Details:

• May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
• May travel as required.
• Ability to travel to Providence, Rhode Island to assist with data collection is preferred.

Salary: $15.00/hourly.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Research Procedures

• Assists with the participant (subject) pool by recruiting, screening, and maintaining records on research participants.
• Assists in data collection and consults in developing procedures.
• Contributes to development of data management procedures and enters data.

Research Conceptualization

• Assists in literature review/background justification of research projects

Research Dissemination

• Provides support for senior staff in data analysis and data reports.
• Assists in dissemination of research materials for practitioner and academic audiences
• Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.

Training

• Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Two years of related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• None

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in or with youth-serving organizations, especially sport-based youth development programs
• Knowledge about or experience with program evaluation
• Experience working directly with youth, especially middle school-aged youth
• Experience working with varying populations, especially low-income, ethnic minority families

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengths our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.