Social Science/Humanities Research Associate III - Texas Center for Disability Studies

Job Posting Title: Social Science/Humanities Research Associate III - Texas Center for Disability Studies ---- Hiring Department: Office of the Associate Dean for Research ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Oct 01, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Oct 31, 2027 ---- Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes This is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding.

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Purpose This position will work on the Identifying and Distinguishing Early indicators of Autism in Latino children (IDEAL) study to administer assessments, manage participant data, and conduct bilingual family outreach to advance research on early autism indicators in Latino children. Responsibilities Administer developmental, language, behavioral, and autism assessments to children and families.

Follow study protocols and project-specific fidelity procedures. Enter data into REDCap and other project databases. Conduct bilingual (English and Spanish) participant outreach, coordinate scheduling, and provide direct family communication to support enrollment and retention. Code video and/or audio session recordings. Complete inter-rater reliability checks as assigned. Support day-to-day lab operations (e.g., supporting training, materials prep, session logistics).

Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in psychology, social work, communication sciences and disorders, human development, or other related field with at least 4 years of related experience. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Ability to work directly with young children and families. Ability to commit to a full-time, in-person position. Excellent attention to detail.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Values the contributions of others in the work environment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in psychology, social work communication sciences and disorders, human development, or other related field with at least 3 years of related experience. Prior research experience, particularly with developmental disabilities or autism.

Experience with REDCap or similar data management systems. Experience or coursework related to child development, assessment, or clinical psychology Salary Range $50,000 - $60,000 - depending on qualifications Working Conditions May work around standard office conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Work Shift M-F, Flexible between 8am-6pm Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest Important   for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:  You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications.

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