Research Assistant Job Dallas area,Texas USA,Research/Development

Position: Research Assistant I

Posting Details

Posting Number: S06906P
Position Title:

Research Assistant I
Functional

Title:

Research Assistant I
Department: CBH Filbey
Salary Range:
Up to 40,0000 depending on qualifications
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Position Status:
Regular full-time
Location:

Dallas
Posting Open Date: 03/06/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Desired

Start Date:

04/06/2026

Job Summary

Provide assistance in various research activities in Dr. Francesca Filbey's Neuroimaging of Reward Dynamics Laboratory located at UT Dallas' Center for Brain Health. Primary responsibilities include (but are not limited to) coordinating research staff and lab activities (recruiting participants, data collection, data entry and analysis), monitoring compliance with governing entities (IRB, NIH, etc.), conducting literature search, assisting with data reporting and presentation, liaising with collaborators.

Minimum Education and Experience

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.

Preferred

Education and Experience

Strong preference for candidates with experience leading a research study, familiarity with ethical guidelines and IRB processes, and background in human subjects research that includes data collection and analysis. Strong organizational and time-management skills are a must.

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

IRB Compliance:
Ensure that all research activities are conducted in compliance with institutional and governmental policies, including ethical guidelines for human subjects;
Assist with Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions or similar regulatory bodies.

Communication and

Collaboration:

Collaborate with team members, faculty, and other collaborators to ensure the smooth progress of research projects;
Communicate effectively with participants, collaborators and other team members regarding study protocols and findings;
Lead study team meetings.

Project Coordination:
Assist in the development of research protocols, consent forms, and other necessary documentation;
Monitor and maintain timelines for different research activities.

Documentation and Record Keeping:
Maintain clear, accurate, and detailed records of research activities and outcomes;
Assist in writing study documents or presentations.

Data Collection:
Assist in the recruitment of study participants and coordinate study logistics;
Conduct literature reviews and summarize relevant studies;
Collect, organize, and maintain research data using various methods (e.g., surveys, interviews, observations, laboratory experiments, neuroimaging).

Data Analysis:
Code, enter, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data using appropriate software (e.g., SPSS, Red Cap, R, Python, etc.);
Prepare data reports, graphs, and visual presentations to summarize findings.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Office University Research Lab - both wet and dry labs - environment. Working with human subjects. Interviewing and administering standardized psychological testing, assessment of viable participants, data entry at a computer terminal. Oversee data collection by students.

Additional Information

Position will work on site and in person.

Special Instructions Summary

Please provide 3 professional references with contact information on your application and upload a cover letter and resume.

Important Message

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.

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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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