Research Associate 1
University of Miami

Job Info

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The Psychology of Racism, Identity, Diversity and Equity (PRIDE) lab in the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami (PI: Simon Howard) is seeking a full-time Research Associate 1 to begin in August 2024. The lab explores the ways race and racism (and other dimensions of identity) influences our social perception, judgment, interactions, and mental well-being. The Research Associate will work closely with Dr. Howard to manage the day-to-day operations of the lab.

The ideal candidate is someone motivated to pursue a PhD in social or clinical psychology. They will therefore have opportunities (and will be encouraged) to lead independent research projects, attend conferences, co-author manuscripts.

The lab is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and therefore strongly encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds/identities to apply.

This is a one-year fixed term position with possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability. Please submit a CV, a transcript, and a cover letter describing academic and research goals, as well as technical and research experience. At the end of your cover letter, please include the contact information for at least two references.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting and analyzing data, entering data, and maintaining databases, etc.
• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
• Participates in the publication of significant results.
• Advances expertise through continued education, training and/or research.
• Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice and guidance.

Position-Specific Responsibilities

• Collaboration on projects (e.g., conducting literature reviews, completing IRB submissions, recruiting, scheduling and running participants, designing study materials, coding and analyzing data, assisting with publications and presentations)
• Research team management (e.g., coordinating research project logistics, assisting with the hiring, training and managing of research assistants, leading research team meetings)
• General lab administration duties (e.g., lab meeting and event management, updating lab documents and policies, maintaining lab website, purchasing lab necessities, maintaining lab equipment)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in psychology, public health, or a related field
• Experience using Qualtrics or other survey design software
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• High attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple tasks
• Experience (if not proficiency) in using a data analysis program such as R, SPSS, Python, or SAS, and Microsoft Office.
• No years of experience required
• Two-years research experience is preferred

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff

Pay Grade:
A5

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