Job Posting Title:

Research Engineering Scientist Associate

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Hiring Department:

Department of Psychiatry

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

Purpose

The Pediatric Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate (RESA) will support research initiatives focused on pediatric mental health at Dell Children’s Medical Center. The RESA will assist in various research-related tasks under the direction of a faculty supervisor, requiring a foundational understanding of research methods and strong attention to detail. This role provides opportunities for hands-on experience in data collection, research operations, and dissemination of findings.

This is a partner funded position with an end date of 8/31/26, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals.

Responsibilities

Study Coordination and Data Collection

Support data collection during monthly workshops, on the medical floors, and outpatient clinic

Manage technology used for data collection, including maintaining iPads.

Participate in logistical aspects of clinical work including workshop support and collecting data when patients are admitted to the hospital. Coordinate follow-up data collection with study participants

Serve as a liaison between psychology faculty and research participants as needed

Contribute to the maintenance and adherence of project procedures

Data management and reporting of results

Maintain and manage study databases, including REDCap (training provided if needed)

Enter, clean, and organize study data; support preparation of descriptive statistics

Support data integrity through documentation and quality checks

Participate in literature reviews and assist in preparation of materials for publication or presentation

Assist in the preparation of research posters, manuscripts, or presentations at professional conferences (e.g., APA Division 54, 2025)

Maintain the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) document

Protocol Submissions and Adherence

Help with submission and modification of IRB protocols and other compliance documents

Ensure protocol compliance and assist in tracking reporting timelines and requirements

Communicate with IRB staff and study investigators to facilitate updates and regulatory adherence

Participate in team meetings to review study updates and procedural modifications

Quality control procedures

Support presentation planning and submission of research findings locally (e.g., Dell Children’s Clinical Leadership)

Assist in coordination with collaborators for potential data pooling and integration

Help track dissemination goals and timelines

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Interest in clinical research and pediatric health

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in clinical research, especially with children or behavioral health

Familiarity with REDCap and/or Qualtrics (or willingness to learn)

Experience with IRB protocol preparation and regulatory procedures

Familiarity with basic data analysis and literature review

Previous experience in poster or manuscript preparation

Demonstrated interest in pursuing research dissemination opportunities

Salary Range

$40,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines

Occasional interstate, intrastate and international travel

100% on-campus position at Dell Children’s Medical Center with required on-site presence during the scheduled work week.

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. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.