Social Science Humanities Research Associate III

Social Science Humanities Research Associate III

Hiring Department: Latino Research Institute

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA

Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Sep 01, 2026

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Serve as the primary customer service, financial, and administrative point of contact for the Latino Research Institute and stakeholders within and outside the University.

• Assist LRI affiliates and other researchers in executing research methodologies that will advance research projects. Activities may include data collection, quality control observations, reporting, participant recruitment and management, supervising day‑to‑day activities of data collection staff, content management, and literature review development.
• Manage research data in various software (e.g., REDCap and Qualtrics) and prepare data for reports and manuscripts.
• As needed, provide Spanish-language translation support to researchers developing recruitment, instruments, and related materials. Ensure research materials are linguistically and culturally appropriate for Spanish-speaking populations.
• Contribute to the development of reports for institutional entities at UT Austin, sponsors, and key stakeholders. Prepare materials for dissemination.
• Assist with coordination of research initiatives by managing assigned special research-related projects by coordinating meetings, preparing project documents, maintaining communication with leadership, keeping accurate records, and cultivating relationships with community and academic stakeholders.

Master's degree with major coursework in the field of assignment, plus two years of related experience, or a bachelor's degree with four years of experience working toward a graduate degree in the field of assignment. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. Strict attention to detail, independent, and proactive. Ability to work in a team environment. Excellent time management skills to meet stringent deadlines. Excellent methodological and analytical skills.

$50,000 + depending on qualifications

Typical office environment

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with contact information; at least one from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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.