Research Assistant I or II

Research Assistant I or II

Dr. Saul Frankford is hiring a full-time Research Assistant I or II for his lab in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas. The lab's research focuses on using behavioral and neural techniques to understand the interplay between sensation and speech production in individuals with neurological speech and voice disorders.

This position will provide technical assistance supporting various research projects and conduct research activities according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: patient recruiting and screening, traditional laboratory experiments & activities, and/or neuroimaging data collection.

This is an ideal position for someone interested in building more skills before applying for graduate school in the next few years. You will get in-depth experience in multidisciplinary research and intensive neuroimaging training, build data skills, publish papers, attend conferences, and make connections with a number of different speech motor control and neuroscience research groups.

The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance.

Minimum Education and Experience - Research Assistant I: 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. Research Assistant II: Bachelor's degree; three years related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience BA or BS in speech, language, and hearing sciences; psychology; neuroscience; cognitive neuroscience; data science; or a related field. Strong applicants from other academic fields may also be considered. Prior experience with experimental design, behavioral task programming, neuroanatomy, neuroimaging (MRI), human subject data collection, and/or data analysis. Previous work or volunteer experience in a human research setting is highly competitive. Experience with clinical populations, neuroimaging or neuromodulation, or computer programming is a plus. Technical skills such as Matlab, Python, or R are highly desired but not required. Prior team-management experience and/or an interest in neurological speech and voice disorders is also beneficial.

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: Research Assistant I Position Information: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $37,000 – $39,500 Research Assistant I Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in one of the basic or biomedical sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Research Assistant I Duties and Responsibilities: Management of large multimodal datasets Assisting with the implementation and analyses of cognitive, behavioral and fMRI experiments Coordinating research projects (recruiting, scheduling, running participants) Coordinating and training research assistants Preprocessing and analysis of functional and structural neuroimaging data Managing practical/administrative tasks (e.g., IRB). Assist PI with lab management, including ordering supplies and keeping an up-to-date inventory Maintaining protocols and compliance paperwork for the lab Participating actively in lab meetings and departmental events Other duties as assigned Research Assistant II Position Information: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $39,500 – $42,000 Research Assistant II Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree; three years related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Research Assistant II Duties and Responsibilities: All duties assigned to RA I, plus the following additional responsibilities: Develop research designs, data collection methods and strategies for data management Write and edit technical reports and manuscripts for publication or presentation. Assist in research proposal preparation. Performs duties and responsibilities above with advanced experience and comprehensive knowledge.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Work independently and collaboratively within the research team Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in written and oral communication Motivated to learn quickly Consistency and reliability Time management skills, problem-solving, and the ability to perform multiple tasks daily An interest in the research questions being investigated and in contributing to experimental design Proficiency with notebook keeping Interpersonal and communication skills Detail-oriented and enjoy working as part of a team

Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information - Remote: Work will be performed on-site and in person.

What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability Retirement Plan Options Paid time off Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit for more information.

For full consideration, please submit: A CV or resume that includes contact information for 2–3 references, and A cover letter detailing your research experience, interests, technical expertise, and career goals. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Saul Frankford at View email address on click.appcast.io

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