Senior Research Associate

Senior Research Associate Agency Texas A&M University Department Psychology Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Here’s a Glimpse of the Job Texas A&M’s Psychology Department is seeking a Senior Research Associate to conduct independent research activities requiring advanced scientific knowledge and the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment. This position is responsible for designing, planning, coordinating, and evaluating research projects and experiments; applying advanced research techniques; analyzing and interpreting data; and maintaining detailed research records. The Senior Research Associate will also prepare and submit grant proposals, identify funding opportunities, manage research-related financial accounts, operate and maintain research equipment, contribute to scientific publications, and train students and laboratory or field personnel involved in research activities. Opportunities to Contribute Designs, plans, coordinates, implements, monitors, and evaluates research projects and experiments, including analyzing and summarizing results. Applies standard and non-standard research techniques, maintains detailed research records, and utilizes laboratory, technical, and computer-based tools to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and evaluation of experimental results. Recommends project guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations. Establishes, installs, maintains, operates, and repairs research equipment. Utilizes research findings in scientific publications and clientele-oriented reports. Identifies funding opportunities, develops and submits grant proposals to funding agencies, and manages financial accounts associated with research projects. Trains and supervises undergraduate and graduate students, as well as laboratory, technical, and field research staff. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Four years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research. A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess: Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs. Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment. Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software. Attention to detail. Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience. Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. Schedule: May have to work at the weekend and/or after normal hours and may travel as required. Why Texas A&M University? Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is engaged in research that falls into all five graduate areas of specialization: Behavioral and Cellular Neuroscience Clinical Psychology Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology Industrial/Organizational Psychology Social & Personality Psychology In addition to the Department of Psychological and Brain Science’s 5 areas of specialization, we have overlapping research interests that bridge traditional areas of psychology. These primary research themes include Affective Science; Neuroscience; Personality and Individual Differences. 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Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees All positions are security-sensitive. 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