Bilingual Undergraduate Research Assistant (RA) – Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), Community-Based Recruitment

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and culturally competent undergraduate Research Assistant to support a community-based study focused on Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) and Chinese-American populations. This role involves direct outreach, bilingual communication, and administrative support, offering hands-on experience in participant recruitment and community-engaged research. Orientation and training on research ethics, recruitment protocols, and cultural sensitivity will be provided, as well as ongoing mentorship and supervision by the research team.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled undergraduate student.
• Fluent in Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) and English (spoken and written).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Interest in community-based research and Chinese-American communities.
• Responsible, organized, and able to work independently in a team environment.
• Prior experience in outreach or translation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify Chinese (Simplified & Traditional) organizations and businesses online that may support study outreach.
• Participate in in-person outreach activities as needed.
• Demonstrate professionalism when interacting with community leaders and organizational contacts.
• Share study announcements via Chinese-American online platforms (e.g., Whats app, Instagram, forums, etc.).
• Distribute printed and digital materials to online/offline communities (e.g., churches, senior centers, cultural events).
• Make outreach phone calls and speak with representatives to build and maintain recruitment partnerships.
• Translate study materials (e.g., announcements, consent forms) into Chinese (Simplified & Traditional) when needed.
• Monitor and report responses and inquiries to the research team.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of recruitment strategies through team meetings.
• Maintain detailed recruitment logs and prepare status reports for team meetings.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and apply research ethics and best practices.

Benefits

• Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees