Social Science/Humanities Research Associate III - Texas Center For Disability Studies

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Social Science/Humanities Research Associate III at the Texas Center for Disability Studies on the Pickle Research Campus. The role focuses on reviewing, abstracting, and coding clinical and educational records related to autism and developmental disabilities under supervision, with travel within Texas.

Responsibilities include data entry into project databases, contributing to quality assurance, attending meetings, and assisting with education and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in public health, psychology, education, health information management, or other related field with at least 4 years of related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and ability to learn REDCap and other database systems.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with PHI and FERPA-protected records.
• Strong reading comprehension and ability to interpret clinical and educational records.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and coding.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high volume of records.

Responsibilities

• Review, abstract, code, and enter clinical and educational data into project databases. Travel to school districts and health care facilities in Bexar County as needed to access records.
• Participate in ongoing data quality assurance, including self- and peer review of records, inter-rater reliability checks, and periodic training and recalibration to maintain coding accuracy.
• Attend and participate in project-specific and related meetings.
• Assist with education and outreach efforts.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Reading comprehension

Organizational skills

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

REDCap

Job description

Social Science/Humanities Research Associate III - Texas Center For Disability Studies

Hiring Department

Office of the Associate Dean for Research

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Sep 01, 2026

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Sep 30, 2027

Location

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes

This is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding. Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Some travel within the state of Texas required.

Purpose

This position will review, abstract, and code clinical and/or educational records for autism and/or developmental disability (DD) surveillance after extensive training. They will participate in data quality checks, project meetings, and education/outreach efforts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Review, abstract, code, and enter clinical and educational data into project databases. Travel to school districts and health care facilities in Bexar County as needed to access records.
• Participate in ongoing data quality assurance, including but not limited to, self- and peer review of records, inter-rater reliability checks, and periodic training and recalibration to maintain coding accuracy.
• Attend and participate in project-specific and related meetings.
• Assist with education and outreach efforts.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in public health, psychology, education, health information management, or other related field with at least 4 years of related experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and ability to learn new database systems, including REDCap. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling protected health information (PHI) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)-protected records. Strong reading comprehension and ability to interpret clinical and educational records. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and coding. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high volume of records. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting project deadlines. Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback in a collaborative, peer-review environment. Values the contributions of others in the work environment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in public health, psychology, education, health information management, or other related field with at least 2 years of related experience. Experience with REDCap or similar web-based data management platforms. Familiarity with autism spectrum disorder, developmental disabilities, or related clinical/behavioral terminology. Prior experience with public health surveillance systems or epidemiological data collection. Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria or special education classification systems (e.g., Individualized Education Program (IEP)/504 documentation). Experience working in a health care, school, or research setting requiring HIPAA/FERPA compliance training.

Driving Required

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

$45,000 - $50,000 - depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Some travel within the state of Texas required.

Work Shift

• M-F, Flexible between 8am-6pm

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.

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]

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.