Limited Term Senior Research Associate; Caughy

Position: Limited Term Senior Research Associate (Caughy)

Limited Term Senior Research Associate (Caughy)

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Position Information

• Working Title:
  
  Limited Term Senior Research Associate (Caughy)
• Department: VPR-Owens Inst Behavioral Rsch
• Posting Number: S14396P
• Posting Type:
  External
• Retirement Plan: TRS
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee Benefits Eligibility:
  Non‑Benefits Eligible
• Full/Part time:
  Part Time
• Work Schedule:
  
  19 hours a week
• Posting Date: 11/17/2025
• Closing Date: N/A (Open until filled)
• Proposed Starting Date: 12/08/2025
• Salary: $26.32/hour

Location:

Athens, Georgia.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

Role Overview

The individual will provide specialized support for two funded research projects, including tracking participant incentives, creating R scripts for geocoding, and independently using R software to impute data files. This position is grant‑funded and expected to continue through 2029. Extension beyond this period is contingent upon continued funding.

Key Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of R.
• Advanced statistical methodology and independent decision‑making on methodology.
• Independent imputation of data using PcAux in R; selecting appropriate imputation methods and evaluating their quality.
• Assessing data requests and creating data sets, including evaluating data integrity.
• Strong attention to detail.

Duties/Responsibilities Imputation of Data Sets (65%)

• Perform data imputation using PcAux in R, selecting appropriate methods based on data structure and quality.
• Evaluate missing data patterns and determine best statistical strategies.
• Assess integrity of raw data sets and prepare for imputation.
• Validate quality of imputed data, making adjustments to improve accuracy and reliability.
• Respond to collaborator requests for imputed data files, ensuring they meet research standards.
• Maintain documentation of procedures and decisions.

Tracking and Troubleshooting Participant Incentives (30%)

• Monitor distribution and redemption of participant incentives across projects.
• Identify and resolve issues related to incentive delivery.
• Communicate with participants and project staff to ensure smooth processing.
• Maintain accurate records and troubleshoot discrepancies.
• Collaborate with coordinators to refine incentive tracking systems.

Providing Geocoding Script in R (5%)

• Develop and maintain R scripts for geocoding participant addresses.
• Ensure scripts are optimized for accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide support to team members for project‑specific needs.
• Document script usage for future reference.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Recruitment Contact

Name:
Dr. Margaret Caughy

Email: margaret.caughy

Phone:

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