Research Assistant
Education Required
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, speech and hearing science, linguistics, cognitive science, neuroscience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience such that one can perform beginning level research in psychology.
Experience Required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with word processing and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to learn new technical skills quickly.
Experience with experimental research on human subjects.
Ability to perform and score standardized clinical assessments of language and cognition, or to rapidly learn those skills.
Experience working effectively with older individuals and/or people with hearing loss.
Ability to supervise undergraduate students.
Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills.
Flexible schedule is required.
Desirable Qualifications
6 months research experience in psychology, speech pathology or audiology, preferably in cognitive psychology or hearing science.
Fluency in English at the level of a native speaker.
Experience in a hospital or other clinical setting.
Experience with eye-tracking hardware and software or experience with related techniques like EEG, pupillometry, psychophysiology.
Experience with audio equipment, speech processing or speech synthesis packages, and/or acoustic analysis.
Experience with computer programming (any language).
Experience with Adobe Photoshop and/or Microsoft Access.
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume, cover letter and 3
references that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this
position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
