Summer Research Assistant: PCAT Project (Data & Coding)

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking 2 undergraduate research assistants for Summer 2026 in the PCAT Lab. The role involves in-person data collection, conducting Zoom interviews, and equipment setup such as fNIRS, EEG, and mobile eye tracking.

Assistants will receive training in behavioral coding and data collection tasks. Candidates must complete background checks. This is a unique opportunity for students eager to gain research experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct interviews and collect data in-person.
• Experience with behavioral coding of interactions.
• Willingness to complete required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person data collection and Zoom interviews.
• Set up testing space and handle equipment.
• Code parent-child interaction tasks.

Skills

Data collection

Behavioral coding

Communication

Technical skills (fNIRS, EEG, etc.)

Teamwork

Tools

Slack

Google Calendar

Canvas

Microsoft OneDrive

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking 2 undergraduate research assistants for Summer 2026 in the PCAT Lab. The role involves in-person data collection, conducting Zoom interviews, and equipment setup such as fNIRS, EEG, and mobile eye tracking.

Assistants will receive training in behavioral coding and data collection tasks. Candidates must complete background checks. This is a unique opportunity for students eager to gain research experience in a supportive environment.