The University of Texas at Austin
Research Associate II – Paydarfar Lab
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Overview
Research Associate II – Paydarfar Lab at The University of Texas at Austin. One-year fixed term with the possibility of continuation based on performance and available grant funding. Position is primarily on-site with the possibility for remote work as duties permit. Location: AUSTIN, TX.
Position Details
Job Posting Title: Research Associate II – Paydarfar Lab
Hiring Department: Department of Neurology
Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026
Location: AUSTIN, TX
Job Details
General Notes: One-year fixed term with the possibility of continuation based on performance and available grant funding. Position is primarily on-site with the possibility for remote work as duties permit.
Purpose: To assist on a research study with the Physiological Laboratories that aims to investigate cognitive reserve in older adults through advanced neurophysiological and biomarker approaches. The study will recruit older adults from clinical, community, and advertising outreach and leverage high-density EEG to capture dynamic brain network flexibility and error-related activity during a range of neurocognitive tasks, including those in naturalistic gamified environments.
Responsibilities
Responsible for evaluation, selection, and application of standard engineering and/or scientific techniques used in routine research.
Schedule and lead data collection appointments across multiple sites and maintain communication with participants. Lead recruitment at all study sites and adherence to procedures/protocols to ensure optimal subject participation rates and accurate data collection and reporting.
Perform basic laboratory tasks, including managing study equipment, assisting in data acquisition and analysis, biological sample collection and/or processing.
Set up and operate equipment for physiological and neurophysiological data collection, including ECG, blood pressure, respiration rate, EEG, EOG, and exercise-related sensor measurements (e.g., pedaling speed and resistance).
Administer questionnaires, surveys, and other research instruments to study participants. Record observations and measurements. Accurately perform data entry and maintain organized records of collected data. Complete preliminary data cleaning and perform data analysis under supervision.
Collaborate with PIs and project investigators to prepare methodological notes, reports, presentations and other dissemination activities related to the project.
Facilitate institutional review board (IRB) applications, submissions, and updates across multiple sites.
Assist in training project staff and research assistants who may help with data collection. Other related functions as assigned.
Conduct specified phases of research projects and may report results at scientific/technical meetings or in technical papers as a junior author.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in neuroscience, biomedical engineering or health science discipline plus two years of related experience, or Master's degree or higher in neuroscience, biomedical engineering or health science discipline.
Ability to manage an active interdisciplinary biomedical research laboratory.
Work efficiently and productively with staff, research teams and human research subjects in accordance with institutional guidelines.
Skilled with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with projects involving human subject research.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Experience with older adults with cognitive impairment.
Interest in data analytics. Knowledge of statistics and programming (MATLAB, Excel, etc) preferred.
Experience using REDCap.
Salary Range $45,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work around standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Employment Eligibility and Compliance
Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
Pay Transparency: UT Austin will not discriminate against employees or applicants who discuss or disclose pay information, as allowed by policy and law.
Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will need to complete the I-9 form and provide documents proving identity and work authorization.
E-Verify: UT Austin uses E-Verify for new hires. For more information, see E-Verify materials.
Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalists.
Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan is the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to hours and length of service requirements.
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Position Details
Job Posting Title: Research Associate II – Paydarfar Lab
Hiring Department: Department of Neurology
Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026
Location: AUSTIN, TX
Job Details
General Notes: One-year fixed term with the possibility of continuation based on performance and available grant funding. Position is primarily on-site with the possibility for remote work as duties permit.
Purpose: To assist on a research study with the Physiological Laboratories that aims to investigate cognitive reserve in older adults through advanced neurophysiological and biomarker approaches. The study will recruit older adults from clinical, community, and advertising outreach and leverage high-density EEG to capture dynamic brain network flexibility and error-related activity during a range of neurocognitive tasks, including those in naturalistic gamified environments.
Responsibilities
Responsible for evaluation, selection, and application of standard engineering and/or scientific techniques used in routine research.
Schedule and lead data collection appointments across multiple sites and maintain communication with participants. Lead recruitment at all study sites and adherence to procedures/protocols to ensure optimal subject participation rates and accurate data collection and reporting.
Perform basic laboratory tasks, including managing study equipment, assisting in data acquisition and analysis, biological sample collection and/or processing.
Set up and operate equipment for physiological and neurophysiological data collection, including ECG, blood pressure, respiration rate, EEG, EOG, and exercise-related sensor measurements (e.g., pedaling speed and resistance).
Administer questionnaires, surveys, and other research instruments to study participants. Record observations and measurements. Accurately perform data entry and maintain organized records of collected data. Complete preliminary data cleaning and perform data analysis under supervision.
Collaborate with PIs and project investigators to prepare methodological notes, reports, presentations and other dissemination activities related to the project.
Facilitate institutional review board (IRB) applications, submissions, and updates across multiple sites.
Assist in training project staff and research assistants who may help with data collection. Other related functions as assigned.
Conduct specified phases of research projects and may report results at scientific/technical meetings or in technical papers as a junior author.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in neuroscience, biomedical engineering or health science discipline plus two years of related experience, or Master's degree or higher in neuroscience, biomedical engineering or health science discipline.
Ability to manage an active interdisciplinary biomedical research laboratory.
Work efficiently and productively with staff, research teams and human research subjects in accordance with institutional guidelines.
Skilled with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with projects involving human subject research.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Experience with older adults with cognitive impairment.
Interest in data analytics. Knowledge of statistics and programming (MATLAB, Excel, etc) preferred.
Experience using REDCap.
Salary Range $45,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work around standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Employment Eligibility and Compliance
Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
Pay Transparency: UT Austin will not discriminate against employees or applicants who discuss or disclose pay information, as allowed by policy and law.
Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will need to complete the I-9 form and provide documents proving identity and work authorization.
E-Verify: UT Austin uses E-Verify for new hires. For more information, see E-Verify materials.
Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalists.
Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan is the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to hours and length of service requirements.
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