Social Science/Humanities Research Associate III - Texas Center for DisabilityStudies

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Social Science/Humanities Research Associate III for the IDEAL study at the Pickle Research Campus. You will administer developmental and language assessments, manage participant data, and conduct bilingual family outreach to advance autism research in Latino children.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of related experience, fluency in English and Spanish, and full-time in-person commitment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, communication sciences and disorders, human development, or related field with at least 4 years of related experience.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work directly with young children and families.
• Ability to commit to a full-time, in-person position.

Responsibilities

• Administer developmental, language, behavioral, and autism assessments to children and families.
• Enter data into REDCap and other project databases.
• Conduct bilingual (English and Spanish) participant outreach to support enrollment and retention.
• Code video/audio session recordings and complete inter-rater reliability checks as assigned.
• Support day-to-day lab operations and session logistics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Attention to detail

In-person commitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Tools

REDCap

Job description

Job Posting Title:

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:

Oct 01, 2026

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Oct 31, 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.

Purpose

This position will work on the Identifying and Distinguishing Early indicators of Autism in Latino children (IDEAL) study to administer assessments, manage participant data, and conduct bilingual family outreach to advance research on early autism indicators in Latino children.

Responsibilities

• Administer developmental, language, behavioral, and autism assessments to children and families. Follow study protocols and project-specific fidelity procedures. Enter data into REDCap and other project databases.
• Conduct bilingual (English and Spanish) participant outreach, coordinate scheduling, and provide direct family communication to support enrollment and retention.
• Code video and/or audio session recordings. Complete inter-rater reliability checks as assigned.
• Support day-to-day lab operations (e.g., supporting training, materials prep, session logistics).
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in psychology, social work, communication sciences and disorders, human development, or other related field with at least 4 years of related experience. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Ability to work directly with young children and families. Ability to commit to a full-time, in-person position. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Values the contributions of others in the work environment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in psychology, social work communication sciences and disorders, human development, or other related field with at least 3 years of related experience. Prior research experience, particularly with developmental disabilities or autism. Experience with REDCap or similar data management systems. Experience or coursework related to child development, assessment, or clinical psychology

Salary Range

$50,000 - $60,000 - depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

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.