Education research research fellow

Research Associate I

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Department of Psychiatry

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Immediately

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The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Dell Medical School is seeking a Research Associate I. This is a grant funded position with an end date of 8/31/2027, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals.

This position will provide research assistance/support for research projects in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Austin working as part of a team of faculty, staff, graduate students, and undergraduate assistants.

The Research Associate I supports scientific research by conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and maintaining laboratory equipment. This role typically reports to a Principal Investigator or Senior Research Scientist and works closely with other research staff, including Research Technicians and Laboratory Assistants. The Research Associate I is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of experimental results, contributing to research publications, and assisting in the development of new research protocols.

Reviews medical records.

Executes data collection procedure and assessment.

Data Analysis

Analyze research data using statistical software and tools.

Assist in the preparation of research publications and presentations.

Assist with manuscripts and publications by drafting sections, reviewing content, and ensuring adherence to publication guidelines.

Helps with subject management, including phone calls and general coordination to schedule patients for study visits and follow-ups, and reimbursement.

Work closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), clinicians, and other research staff to facilitate study operations.

Work both independently and as part of a team to achieve project goals. Perform administrative and coordinating tasks pertaining to study management.

Work closely with other research staff to coordinate experiments and share findings.

Participate in team meetings and provide updates on research progress.

Assist in the development and optimization of research protocols.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical guidelines.

Training and Mentorship

Provide training and guidance to new research staff and interns.

Grant Writing Support

Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and funding applications.

Provide data and information to support grant submissions.

Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

Interpreting experimental results, identifying trends in data, troubleshooting experimental issues.

Effective in conveying research findings and collaborating with team members.

Proficient in using laboratory equipment and scientific software.

Coordinating experiments with colleagues, participating in team discussions, supporting team goals.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, engineering or technical field. Basic engineering and/or scientific equipment ordinarily used in college laboratory work.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

GA-48 of the State of Texas: for all positions that research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), Business and Commerce Code, it is required that both candidates for employment and employees have the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Experience with projects involving Human subject research.

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

Standard office equipment

Required Materials

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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