Research Assistant II

Department:

Psychology

Location:

Belknap Campus

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req Id:

R107705

Minimum Requirements:

Associate’s degree in a related field and one (1) or more years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 2 (Hourly)

Position Description:

The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time (40 hours/week) Research Assistant for the Process-Oriented Intervention Science (POIS) Lab at the University of Louisville. The position primarily involves assisting with research studies centered around personalized approaches to psychological treatment.

Specific duties include managing study logistics (e.g., participant recruitment, participant scheduling, data collection, IRB submissions); conducting study screening and assessments; maintaining research databases; assisting with lab administrative tasks; maintaining the day-to-day functioning of the lab; supervising undergraduate and graduate assistants; purchasing supplies; and other general organizational activities.

The Research Coordinator will work closely with the Director of the POIS Lab, Dr. Clarissa Ong. Opportunities for involvement in publications and presentations at national conferences are available. This position is most suited for someone interested in attending graduate school in clinical/counseling psychology. This is a 1-year position with potential for renewal, depending on funding and work performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology
• At least 1 year of psychology research experience
• Ability to program studies on REDCap, including surveys and longitudinal assessment
• Experience working with study participants, especially from clinical populations

To apply please submit your CV, unofficial transcript, a cover letter (maximum 1 page single-spaced), and three names of references with your application. The cover letter should describe your research experience, interests, and long-term goals.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Start date is flexible and preferably in fall 2025. This is an in-person position

Target Compensation Maximum:

$25.39

Target Compensation Minimum:

$16.93

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

Assistance And Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.