Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S07245P
Position Title
Research Assistant I
Functional Title
Research Assistant I
Department
Center for Vital Longevity
Salary Range
Starting at $37,000.00 Dependent on Qualifications
Pay Basis
Monthly
Position Status
Regular full-time
Location
Dallas
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
09/16/2026
Posting Close Date
09/28/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Desired Start Date
10/01/2026
Job Summary
The Aging Well Lab in the Center for Vital Longevity at The University of Texas at Dallas, under the direction of Kendra Seaman, Ph.D., is currently seeking to hire a full-time
Research Assistant I beginning in October to assist with a newly funded research project. The position requires a minimum one-year commitment (renewable).
We are interested in what motivates people, how that influences their decisions, and how this may change across adulthood. We use a wide variety of behavioral, modeling, and neuroimaging techniques. Please see for more information on our lab's focus and ongoing projects.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in one of the basic sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience in customer service or in daily interactions in a public services environment.
Preferred Education and Experience
Preferred qualifications include a BA or BS in psychology, neuroscience, behavioral economics, data science, or a related field. Strong applicants from other fields may be considered. Experience with human subjects data collection, excellent organizational, time management, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Prior experience with experimental design, programming of behavioral tasks, and data analysis. Technical skills (e.g. Python, R, Unix) are also highly desired but not required. Prior experience managing teams and/or an interest in psychological and neurobiological changes across adulthood are also a plus.
Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities for the Research Assistant will include (1) assisting with the design and implementation of online and in-person behavioral experiments, (2) recruitment and testing of human subjects, (3) coordinating and training research assistants, and (4) preprocessing and analysis of experimental data.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
Remote work is not available for this position.
Special Instructions Summary
Please direct questions about the position to Dr. Kendra Seaman (
Kendra.Seaman@utdallas.edu ).
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University
is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the
Title IX Coordinator .
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Currently hiring, Remote work