Research Technician I

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.