Research Assistant

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant provides research and administrative support for studies examining real-time social interaction and communication using neuroimaging, behavioral, linguistic, and computational research methods. The role supports all stages of the research process, including participant recruitment and data collection, data management and analysis, research compliance, preparation of scholarly materials, supervision of undergraduate research assistants, and coordination of laboratory operations.

The position is funded through grants and/or contracts and is contingent upon continuation of that funding and satisfactory job performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant research experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience conducting or supporting human-subject research.
• Experience performing quantitative data analysis using Python and/or R.
• Experience coordinating complex research studies or projects involving multiple data types or research methods.
• Experience with neuroimaging data collection and/or analysis.
• Knowledge of or experience with computational modeling, machine learning, and natural language processing methods.
• Coursework, research experience, or demonstrated knowledge in social neuroscience, interpersonal communication, naturalistic social interaction, or a related area.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy when completing research, data, and administrative tasks.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize responsibilities, coordinate multiple projects, and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with participants, faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, follow research protocols, and maintain confidentiality when handling research information and participant data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate participant recruitment, scheduling, and data collection for research studies.
• Operate and maintain research equipment used for recording participant interactions.
• Collect, organize, and manage research data.
• Analyze data using computational and machine learning methods.
• Assist with data interpretation and reporting of results.
• Conduct literature reviews to support research activities.
• Prepare research materials, reports, presentations, publications, and grant documents.
• Recruit, train, and support research assistants and laboratory personnel.
• Coordinate research activities, schedules, and daily laboratory operations.
• Prepare and maintain IRB submissions and regulatory documentation.
• Organize laboratory meetings, communications, and related administrative activities.
• Maintain the laboratory website, recruitment materials, and approved outreach content.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance; Texas A&M contributes to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12–15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Free exercise programs and release time through Health and Wellness.
• Free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed by Texas A&M.
• Living Well employee program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level