Research Technician I

@ Texas A&M University
Texas A&M Universitytexasa&muniversity.com

Research Technician I

College Station, TX
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Texas A&M University seeks a Research Technician I to assist in educational psychology research. The role involves routine research support, participant management, data entry, and collaboration. Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work flexible hours, including weekends and travel. $15/hour.

Requirements

  • Two years of related experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to multitask
  • Work cooperatively with others

Qualifications

  • Experience with youth organizations
  • Knowledge of program evaluation
  • Experience with middle school youth
  • Worked with diverse populations

Full job description

Job Title

Research Technician I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Educational Psychology

Proposed Minimum Salary

$15.00 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

What We Want

We are seeking a Research Technician I to perform entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks.


What You Need to Know

Position Details:

  • May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
  • May travel as required.
  • Ability to travel to Providence, Rhode Island to assist with data collection is preferred.

Salary: $15.00/hourly.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.  


Essential Duties/Tasks

Research Procedures:

  • Assists with the participant (subject) pool by recruiting, screening, and maintaining records on research participants.
  • Assists in data collection and consults in developing procedures.
  • Contributes to development of data management procedures and enters data.

 

Research Conceptualization:

  • Assists in literature review/background justification of research projects

 

Research Dissemination:

  • Provides support for senior staff in data analysis and data reports.
  • Assists in dissemination of research materials for practitioner and academic audiences
  • Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.

Training:

  • Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

  • Two years of related experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications: 

  • None

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in or with youth-serving organizations, especially sport-based youth development programs
  • Knowledge about or experience with program evaluation
  • Experience working directly with youth, especially middle school-aged youth
  • Experience working with varying populations, especially low-income, ethnic minority families 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

 

Our Commitment   

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.   

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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