Research Assistant Internship (Open to Current UT Students Only)

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, UT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The College of Natural Sciences (CNS) at the University of Texas at Austin is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can contribute at the highest possible level to support the University’s mission. What starts here really does change the world ( https://cns.utexas.edu/ ). The department of Human Development and Family Sciences is dedicated to creating and applying knowledge that can improve the lives of individuals, families and communities. Our interdisciplinary research and education span individual development, relationships and societal contexts, exploring various aspects of human growth and interaction. This is an ideal role for students seeking introductory research experience., as well as those who are seeking skills to attend graduate school or professional school (medical school, law school). For academic or professional development; course credit (HDF 359 or equivalent) may be arranged. Schedule is flexible and the role may be fully remote, hybrid, or on-site. Spanish and English roles are available. Purpose: Project DUAL investigates how bilingual experiences affects the development of young adults. Research Assistants will help with data management and learning the administrative side of research. https://sites.utexas.edu/dualproject

Requirements

• Must be a current UT Student, all majors are welcomed.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Time management.
• Technology related skills.
• Professionalism and leadership development.
• Fostering Community Building.
• Work ethic and habits.
• Communication skills.
• Spanish proficiency is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Preparing for the next wave of data collection.
• Processing and analyzing existing data.
• Refining bilingual study materials.
• Testing cognitive tasks for future use.
• Assisting with RA trainings and coordination.
• Training scheduler (being the organizer to schedule trainings).
• Email confirmation coordinator (prepares and sends confirmation emails).
• Attendance tracker (manages attendance and meeting reminders).
• Supporting essential administrative tasks that keep the project going.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees