Research Assistant I or II

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S07293P Position Title Research Assistant I or II Functional Title Department Psychology Salary Range $37,000 - $45,000, DOQ Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 10/07/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Desired Start Date 11/16/2026 Job Summary

The Laboratory for Healthy Social-Emotional Development is hiring a full-time Research Assistant I or II to begin as soon as possible (PI: Dr. Alva Tang). The Research Assistant will work at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) main campus in Richardson. The Research Assistant will have the opportunity to work on an NICHD funded study examining adolescents' processing of social information, and to oversee day-to-day activities in the lab.

This position is in the Department of Psychology in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at UTD (bbs.utdallas.edu). UTD is the fastest growing University in Texas, is ranked number 3 in the nation among universities less than 50 years old and houses a vibrant research community. The city of Dallas is an international economic hub with a vibrant cultural atmosphere and world-class sports and entertainment in a temperate climate.

Applicants interested in pursuing graduate studies or careers in developmental psychology, neuroscience, or clinical psychology are encouraged to apply. This is a grant-funded position. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding and satisfactory job performance.

Minimum Education and Experience

Research Assistant I:

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.

Research Assistant II:

Bachelor's degree; three years related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Education/ Human Development or a related field.
• Experience conducting research with humans, collecting data with EEG or other kinds of neuroimaging techniques, experience working with children and/or adolescents and families
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities

Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Research Assistant I:

• Participant recruitment, coordinating lab visits for adolescents, and acquiring data from adolescents and parents using behavioral observations, EEG experimental tasks, cognitive assessments, and surveys.
• Data management (e.g., working with RedCap and Qualtrics), maintaining a database, and coding and analyzing data.
• Community engagement and building relationships with community partners (e.g., attending recruitment functions, assisting with advertisements).
• Other duties as assigned

Research Assistant I position information:

FLMSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $37,000 - $39,000

Research Assistant II:

Performs duties and responsibilities above with advanced experience and comprehensive knowledge, plus the following additional responsibilities:

• Develop research designs, data collection methods and strategies for data management
• Assist with writing and editing technical reports, prepare manuscripts for publication or presentation, and other authorship opportunities.
• Assist in research proposal preparation.
• Lab management (e.g., writing lab protocols, IRB amendments, participant reimbursements, training undergraduate students, maintaining lab website).

Research Assistant II position information:

FLMSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $40,000 - $45,000

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Keen attention to detail.
• Organizational and planning abilities to work within deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to communicate and work with families and the research team.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information

Remote Work:

This position is on-site and in-person only.

Travel:

This position may be subject to local travel for training/development, participant recruitment, conferences, or other project needs.

What We Can Offer:

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Optional Long and Short-term Disability
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About Us

UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT 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.

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

Let us be your employer of choice! #WHOOSH

Special Instructions Summary

Special Instructions Summary:

To apply, please provide (1) a cover letter describing research and lab experience, (2) names and contact information of at least two references, and (3) a CV/resume. Reviews will begin immediately until the position is filled.

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) 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. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214