Description
The Family Research Lab (https://labs.utdallas.edu/familyresearchlab/) at University of Texas at Dallas, directed by Dr. Jackie Nelson, is seeking a full-time Research Assistant I/Lab Coordinator to work on an NSF-funded project that investigates family language environments. This is an exciting opportunity for recent college graduates interested in family dynamics and children's language development.
The position is full-time with benefits, in-person on the UT-Dallas Richardson campus. Weekend and evening hours will be needed during later phases of data collection in families' homes; although, the lab coordinator has flexibility in creating their own weekday schedule.
The start date for this position is August 1, 2025.
This position is funded for one (1) year with the possibility of renewal, dependent on performance and continued funding availability.
Minimum Education and Experience
.High school graduate or equivalent.
Preferred Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field
- One year of research experience
- Experience with language transcription
- Experience with CLAN language analysis software
- Fluency in Spanish or Mandarin is preferred
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Training student RAs
- Managing RA tasks and progress
- Transcribing and analyzing language environments
- Developing protocols for recruitment and data collection
- Overall project management
- Participant recruitment
- Data collection supervision
- Home visits with families
- Managing behavioral observational coding
- Other duties as assigned
Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Outstanding organizational and communication skills (written and oral)
- Proven reliability and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently, with teams of people and oversee the work of others
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperate with other
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.
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