Social Science​/Humanities Research Professional; Part-Time- Texas Institute Excellence

Social Science/Humanities Research Professional (Part-Time)

Office of the Associate Dean for Research
• All Applicants
• 20 weekly scheduled hours
• Non-Exempt from FLSA
• Earliest start date:
Jun 01 2026
• Position duration: until May 31 2027
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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

The Social Science/Humanities Research Professional (Part-Time) role provides support with data collection and data management, partnership and communication with project collaborators.

• Responsible for quantitative and qualitative data collection across multiple research projects using approved methods in collaboration with the research team.
• Translate study results and intervention tools into visually appealing and translatable information for a variety of audiences in partnership with research team members and collaborators.
• Responsible for data cleaning and coding, and database management for descriptive project reporting and analyses for academic journal manuscripts.
• Establish and maintain strong, positive relationships and communication with project partners to support collaborative research efforts, including sharing research and training opportunities as well as managing training enrollment and communication.
• Provide support with writing, editing, reviewing scientific literature and managing references and citations for grant proposals and academic journal articles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Master's Degree in a related social science field with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Significant experience with data management, analysis and reporting with large datasets. Significant clinical or research experience in mental health field. Excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Values the contributions of others in the work environment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Doctoral Degree in a related social science with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Experience conducting multi-site evaluation and intervention studies. Experience conducting fidelity visits for evidence-based psychiatric rehabilitation models.

$70,000 – $75,000 (Prorated: $35,000 – $37,500 @ 20 hours/week) – depending on qualifications

• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

• M-F, Flexible between 8 am‑6 pm

• Teaching Retirement System of Texas (TRS) – eligible if 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.