Research Assistant I

University of Texas at Dallas

United States, Texas, Richardson

July 02, 2022

Posting Details

Posting Number	S04174P
Position Title	Research Assistant I
Functional Title
Department	Psychology
Salary Range	Commensurate with experience
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	06/07/2022
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Desired Start Date	07/01/2022
Job Summary	The Baby Brain Lab at UT Dallas (PI Meghan Swanson: ) is looking for a motivated full-time research assistant to join our team in July/August 2022. The research assistant will be working on two NIH-funded longitudinal studies of caregiver speech and infant brain development. This would be an excellent position for someone looking for research experience in early brain and behavior development before applying to graduate school.
Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in one of the basic sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience in customer service or in daily interactions in a public services environment.
Preferred Education and Experience	A BA or equivalent is required and previous experience working with young children is preferred. Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field. Prior research experience in a child development lab. Experience working with young children.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	The research assistant's duties include participant recruitment, testing infants in the lab, attending infant sleep scans sessions at the UTD Center for Brain Health, data management and database maintenance, supervision of student research assistants, and administrative responsibilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. The ideal candidate will have the ability and desire to learn new programs. They will also be detail-oriented and have the ability to prioritize information in a timely manner. The candidate should love working with kids and families, and be a strong communicator in verbal and written situations.
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Additional Information	Grant funding is available for a 1-year commitment with a possibility of funding renewal for subsequent years. About Us The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. A diversity of people, ideas and perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission. A charter member of , UT Dallas is a place where members of the community from all backgrounds are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged in their pursuit of excellence. What You Should Know UT Dallas is ranked among the "Best of the Best Colleges" for LGBTQ Inclusion by Campus Pride. The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosts a variety of programs and leads initiatives toward efforts to cultivate a culture of equity and belonging for all members of the campus community. "LilyPad" lactation facilities are located throughout campus for private use by nursing parents. The University currently supports nine Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that are communities of faculty and staff from various identities along with advocates and allies (e.g., Black Faculty and Staff Alliance, Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG). The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living and working environment that is welcoming, respectful and inclusive of all members of the university community. The University prohibits unlawful discrimination against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Visit for more information. What We Can Offer UT Dallas aims to attract and retain talented faculty and staff to support the university's mission. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement, life insurance and AD&D coverage. UT Dallas also offers employee wellness programs, tuition assistance, professional development through Academic Impressions, and so much more. Visit for more information.
Special Instructions Summary	Questions regarding this position can be directed to Meghan Swanson ().
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