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Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S06718P
Position Title
Research Assistant I or II
Functional Title
Department
Speech Language Hearing
Salary Range
$37,000 - $42,000 / DOQ
Pay Basis
Monthly
Position Status
Regular full-time
Location
Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
06/08/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Desired Start Date
07/06/2026
Job Summary
Dr. Saul Frankford is hiring a full-time Research Assistant I or II for his lab in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas. The lab's research focuses on using behavioral and neural techniques to understand the interplay between sensation and speech production in individuals with neurological speech and voice disorders.
Currently, we are running projects with neurotypical adults and adults with Parkinson's disease, focusing on auditory processing of speech timing and acoustic measures of speech timing from a variety of speaking tasks, with plans to use structural and functional neuroimaging, altered auditory feedback, and brain stimulation to probe mechanisms of speech motor control. Join our team and be involved with collecting and writing up data from any and all of these great and innovative multimodal studies.
This position will provide technical assistance supporting various research projects and conduct research activities according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: patient recruiting and screening, traditional laboratory experiments & activities, and/or neuroimaging data collection.
This is an ideal position for someone interested in building more skills before applying for graduate school in the next few years. You will get in-depth experience in multidisciplinary research and intensive neuroimaging training, build data skills, publish papers, attend conferences, and make connections with a number of different speech motor control and neuroscience research groups.
The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance.
Minimum Education and Experience
Research Assistant I:
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.
Research Assistant II:
Bachelor's degree; three years related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience

• BA or BS in speech, language, and hearing sciences; psychology; neuroscience; cognitive neuroscience; data science; or a related field.
• Strong applicants from other academic fields may also be considered.
• Prior experience with experimental design, behavioral task programming, neuroanatomy, neuroimaging (MRI), human subject data collection, and/or data analysis.
• Previous work or volunteer experience in a human research setting is highly competitive.
• Experience with clinical populations, neuroimaging or neuromodulation, or computer programming is a plus.
• Technical skills such as Matlab, Python, or R are highly desired but not required.
• Prior team-management experience and/or an interest in neurological speech and voice disorders is also beneficial.

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
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Research Assistant I Position Information:
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $37,000 - $39,500
Research Assistant I Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in one of the basic or biomedical sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Research Assistant I Duties and Responsibilities:

• Management of large multimodal datasets
• Assisting with the implementation and analyses of cognitive, behavioral and fMRI experiments
• Coordinating research projects (recruiting, scheduling, running participants)
• Coordinating and training research assistants
• Preprocessing and analysis of functional and structural neuroimaging data
• Managing practical/administrative tasks (e.g., IRB).
• Assist PI with lab management, including ordering supplies and keeping an up-to-date inventory
• Maintaining protocols and compliance paperwork for the lab
• Participating actively in lab meetings and departmental events
• Other duties as assigned

Research Assistant II Position Information:
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $39,500 - $42,000
Research Assistant II Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree; three years related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Research Assistant II Duties and Responsibilities:All duties assigned to RA I, plus the following additional responsibilities:

• Develop research designs, data collection methods and strategies for data management
• Write and edit technical reports and manuscripts for publication or presentation.
• Assist in research proposal preparation.
• Performs duties and responsibilities above with advanced experience and comprehensive knowledge.

Research Assistant I or II Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Work independently and collaboratively within the research team
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in written and oral communication
• Motivated to learn quickly
• Consistency and reliability
• Time management skills, problem-solving, and the ability to perform multiple tasks daily
• An interest in the research questions being investigated and in contributing to experimental design
• Proficiency with notebook keeping
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented and enjoy working as part of a team

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
Remote:Work will be performed on-site and in person.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:
Competitive Salary
Tuition Benefits
Internal Training
Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
Retirement Plan Options
Paid time off
Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Special Instructions
For full consideration, please submit:

1. A CV or resume that includes contact information for 2-3 references, and
2. A cover letter detailing your research experience, interests, technical expertise, and career goals.

Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Saul Frankford at saul.frankford@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.
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