Research Assistant

Under supervision this position will work closely with Senior Researchers assisting in the design and implementation of research studies. The Psychology Applied Research Center (PARC) in the Department of Psychological Sciences at LMU is seeking a research assistant. This position will work closely with senior researchers implementing the California Reducing Disparities Project evaluation and assist with other lab projects.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

Research Assistant I will assist the center in specific research project(s) through:

• Conducting descriptive and inferential statistical analyses;

• Entering and quality-reviewing data (e.g., identifying errors or problems);

• Providing data management support to Research Assistant II;

• Assisting with designing, formatting, developing, editing, and revising reports and PowerPoint presentations;

• Providing mentorship, oversight, and support to the university students to coordinate research-related tasks and on completing lab procedures and protocols (e.g., accessing data storage systems, using lab software, etc.);

• Conducting literature reviews;

• Transcribing and assisting with coding observations from audio, video data to translate into quantitative metrics;

• Working closely with center researchers on 1 or more center projects

• Performing other related duties as assigned or requested.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university.  Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.  Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications    

• Typically a Bachelors’ degree in psychology or social sciences or related field or equivalent experience. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.

• Minimum 1 year of relevant research experience.

• Interest in and/or some research experience with CBPR and/or applied research relevant to center projects (e.g., health or mental health equity; environmental, systems and policy change; substance abuse prevention; etc.).

• Ability to develop cultural intelligence (i.e., knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds).

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong work ethic and evidence of ability to conduct both independent and collaborative research with senior researchers, post-doctoral fellows, research assistants, and/or university students in at least one project.

• Ability to support advanced quantitative data analyses using SPSS, STATA or R and/or qualitative data analyses using Dedoose, NViVo, Atlas.Ti or other qualitative software.

• Some experience with assisting in the development of user-friendly, engaging presentations and research tools using Powerpoint, CANVA, Mentimeter, Qualtrics, etc.

• Some experience developing Excel databases.

• -Can support database management functions.

This is an in-person position that will require working at Loyola Marymount University five days a week.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

#HERC# #HEJ#

Staff Term (Fixed Term)

Salary range

$22.26 - $26.68 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)