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MD Anderson

Research Assistant II - Leukemia

Houston, TX

$21.63 - $27.16/hr

UT MD Anderson is internationally recognized for translating scientific discoveries into clinical impact, and the Research Assistant II plays a vital role in advancing translational and basic science ...

MD Anderson

Research Assistant II - Leukemia

Houston, TX · On-site

$21.63 - $27.16/hr

UT MD Anderson is internationally recognized for translating scientific discoveries into clinical impact, and the Research Assistant II plays a vital role in advancing translational and basic science ...

MD Anderson

Research Assistant II - Leukemia

Houston, TX · On-site

$21.63 - $27.16/hr

UT MD Anderson is internationally recognized for translating scientific discoveries into clinical impact, and the Research Assistant II plays a vital role in advancing translational and basic science ...

Drexel University

Research Assistant (Temp)

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Drexel University, College of Arts & Sciences Job Summary A Research Assistant position is ... in cognitive neuroscience. This position is grant-funded; employment is contingent upon the ...

UT Health San Antonio

Research Assistant

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $23/hr

... cognitive assessments, documentation, data entry, and quality control review. In addition, the ... scientific research. * Actively recruits, screens, and enrolls potential study candidates.

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for cognitive science research assistant in the United States is $19.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cognitive Science Research Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cognitive Science Research Assistant, you need a strong background in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field, along with experience in experimental design and data analysis. Familiarity with statistical software (such as SPSS, R, or Python), research databases, and possibly programming for experiment implementation is often required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are vital soft skills for coordinating research activities and presenting findings. These skills and qualities are essential for conducting rigorous research, ensuring data integrity, and contributing valuable insights to cognitive science projects.

What are some typical collaborative tasks for a Cognitive Science Research Assistant within a research team?

As a Cognitive Science Research Assistant, you will often work closely with principal investigators, graduate students, and other team members on designing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and preparing research materials. Collaboration might include participating in lab meetings, presenting preliminary findings, and coordinating participant recruitment or scheduling. This role offers frequent opportunities to contribute insights and learn from interdisciplinary colleagues, making teamwork and clear communication essential for success.

What does a Cognitive Science Research Assistant do?

A Cognitive Science Research Assistant supports research projects aimed at understanding how the mind works. They assist with tasks such as designing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, reviewing scientific literature, and sometimes helping to write research papers. These assistants often work with interdisciplinary teams that can include psychologists, computer scientists, linguists, and neuroscientists. Their work is essential in advancing knowledge of brain function, behavior, and cognitive processes.
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Research Assistant

Texas A&M University

College Station, TX

$3.75K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Texas A&M University rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

191st of 530 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Title
Research Assistant
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Public Policy Research Institute
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,750.00 monthly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Glimpse of the Job
The Research Assistant will assist the Principal Investigator(s) conducting social science research. The selected candidate will perform duties specifically related to research activities, including data collection, database management, records management, data analysis, and literature reviews. The Research Assistant will also support activities related to focus groups, interviews, report creation, publishing, and proposals.
Salary: $45,000.00
Travel: Ability to travel across the State and overnight stay is required (site visits, focus groups, training, meetings, and conferences).
Special Note: This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants/contracts, as well as, satisfactory job performance.
Opportunities to Contribute:
  • Support research and data management activities across multiple projects.
  • Manage and maintain project databases, records, and documentation.
  • Clean, encode, and analyze data to support reporting and project needs.
  • Develop dashboards, visualizations, and summary reports for stakeholders.
  • Assist with research tasks including literature reviews, data collection, and project planning.
  • Participate in meetings, focus groups, and interviews to gather information.
  • Provide support for proposal development and report preparation.
  • Collaborate with research teams to meet project objectives.
  • Assist with publications, presentations, and dissemination of research findings.
  • Represent the department at conferences and related events.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences or a related field such as Statistics, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Public Health, Economics, or Education.
A well-qualified candidate may also possess:
  • Experience conducting social science research (program evaluation, focus groups, interviews, surveys, data collection, data management, public policy).
  • Experience communicating and presenting information.
  • Experience writing and/or publishing research materials.
  • Knowledge of statistical programs such as Stata, R, or Python.
  • Experience working with data and large data sets within criminal justice, workforce, or education.
  • Experience creating dashboards.
  • Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
  • Knowledge of work processing, spreadsheet and presentation software.
What you need to do
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Established by the Texas State Legislature in 1983 at Texas A&M University, the Public Policy Research Institute (PPRI) serves as a leading interdisciplinary government and social policy research organization. Since inception, PPRI has secured external research contracts totaling $140 million for providing scientific research and evaluative services to more than 90 public and private sponsors engaged in formulating public policy. We invite you to explore our website to learn more. https://ppri.tamu.edu/
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
  • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
  • Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
  • Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
  • Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
  • Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

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