Job Posting Title:

Social Science/Humanities Research Assistant III

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Hiring Department:

College of Liberal Arts

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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 Jun 03, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Social Science/Humanities Research Assistant III to work on several large research studies of traumatic brain injury at Dell Seton Medical Center and the PsyBrain Laboratory in the Department of Psychology on the UT Austin campus.

What benefits do I receive with UT?  The university offers an impressive benefits package. For more details on benefits, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards.

For more information about the College of Liberal Arts, please visit: https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/.  

Purpose

Responsible for executing multiple traumatic brain injury clinical trials under the guidance of the Clinical Research Manager in the TRACK Lab in the Department of Psychology and Dell Seton Medical Center.

ResponsibilitiesExecute clinical research protocols by enrolling trauma patients into time-sensitive clinical trials. Screen patients, explain study, obtain informed consent, and collaborate closely with study doctors to ensure subject eligibility. Coordinate baseline blood collections, patient randomization, and administration of IP.Communicate with study participants, schedule follow-up visits, perform investigational drug accountability, collect MRI and outcomes data, perform phlebotomy, collect vitals, process blood samples, collect and report adverse events to study doctors according to study protocol.Collect, document, and enter subject data on Case Report Forms (CRFs) and Electronic Data Capture (EDC) platforms. Extract medical data from electronic medical records. Resolve data queries, create notes to file, memos, and incident reports as needed.Maintain study regulatory binders and study files according to regulatory guidelines to ensure site readiness for audits and inspections. Participate in monitoring visits and respond to monitor requests and findings.Submit to IRB and OHRO for study start up, maintenance and close-out. Submit IRB reportable information according to protocol requirements and regulatory guidelines.     Support the onboarding, training, supervision and mentorship of junior team members. Create training documentation.Assist with financial management of clinical trials, including tracking study awards, grants, contracts, account spending, invoicing, and budgets.Other related duties as assigned.

Required QualificationsBachelor’s Degree and at least four (4) years of experience executing clinical research studies, preferably inpatient drug treatment trials. Or master’s degree / RN with two (2) years of experience.Experience in IP accountability and compliance, obtaining informed consent, collecting vital signs, documenting adverse events, and maintaining regulatory binders.Strong ability to interact professionally with patients, families, and healthcare providers in emergency and ICU settings, demonstrating sound judgment, effective decision-making, and clear communication in confidential or urgent situations.Meticulous attention to detail and ability to adhere to study protocols, site policies, SOPs, regulatory requirements, and GCP guidelines.Able to work independently, displaying proactive problem-solving skills and high motivation.Effective project management skills with ability to plan, organize and prioritize work efficiently to meet deadlines.Proficiency in EDC, EHR/EMR, and CTMS platforms; Microsoft Office Suite; and willingness to learn other technologies as necessary.Must maintain a flexible work schedule to meet enrollment requirements and accommodate participant availability.Required to maintain site-specific clinical privileges at external partner locations, including receiving or providing proof of immunizations.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred QualificationsRN or Master’s degreeThree (3) years of experience executing clinical research studiesExperience in neurology, neurosurgery, CNS, psychiatry and/or trauma therapeutic areasSOCRA or ACRP certificationPhlebotomy experience & certificationFluency in SpanishClinical or research experience in ED and ICU settingsExperience conducting research at the University of Texas and/or Ascension Seton

Salary Range

$50,000 - $75,000

Working ConditionsClimbing of stairsLifting and movingMay work around biohazardsMay work around chemicalsMay work around standard office conditionsMay work in all weather conditionsRepetitive use of a keyboard at a workstationUniforms and/or personal protection equipment required (furnished)Use of manual dexterity"

Required MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter 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.