Researcher 1 Soc Behv Science - University of Houston

Organization

Provides expertise in support of research projects in social science, behavioral science, or humanities, including psychology, sociology, education, etc. Performs advanced testing procedures, data collection, and analysis. Prepares reports. May work with human subjects and contribute to grant proposal development. Ensures experiments are performed according to specifications. Understands and applies fundamental theoretical concepts. Develops understanding of advanced theoretical concepts.

1. Work is varied and somewhat difficult.
2. Originality and ingenuity is required.
3. Receives direct supervision referring complex situation to higher levels.
4. May make recommendations to changes in procedure, processes, or experimental design.
5. May prepare and/or edit research papers, proposals and reports.

EEO/AA

Bachelors and 1 year experience

Additional Job Posting Information: 

CARMA Lab at the University of Houston (https://uh.edu/class/psychology/clinical-psych/research/carma/) is seeking to hire a Spanish-English bilingual Researcher 1, Social/Behavioral Science to contribute to our impactful research endeavors in the field of community engaged clinical neuropsychology and cognitive aging. The primary responsibilities of this position include coordinating and participating in community engagement events, recruiting and enrolling research participants (including scheduling and obtaining consent), and conducting interviews and cognitive testing on research participants. Additional responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, developing other research-related materials, assisting with data analyses, writing, editing, and submitting research papers and grants. The Researcher 1 Associate will also ensure data quality through thorough assurance and entry, assist with day-to-day administrative tasks, and supervise undergraduate research assistants.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field, possess strong oral and written communication skills, and demonstrate analytical and problem-solving abilities along with excellent time management skills. Fluency in both English and Spanish is essential for this role. This position requires a minimum two-year commitment, with a workload of 40 hours per week, primarily Monday to Friday with occasional weekend events. Opportunities to engage with other departments and institutions and to attend workshops and professional conferences are available. Experience working with grants is desirable. Documents Required: CV and cover letter

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