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Job Posting Title:
Undergraduate Research Assistant, Programmer (open to work-study and non-work study)
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Hiring Department:
Department of Human Development and Family Sciences
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
19
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FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
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Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
Purpose
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable undergraduate student to join our team as an Undergraduate Research Assistant who will also be a programmer. The role involves assisting with programming data analysis tools and developing cognitive games for use in research studies. Additionally, the individual will play a role in maintaining a website hub that facilitates the scheduling of training for research assistants involved in the project.
What You'll Gain:

• Communicate in a clear and organized manner so that others can effectively understand
• Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment
• Act equitably with integrity and accountability to self, others, and the organization
• Manipulate information, construct ideas, and use technology to achieve strategic goals

Working Conditions:

• Weekly meetings with Dr.Kim, other programmers, and research assistants on Zoom.
• Repetitive use of your laptop during the week for programming.
• Receiving and responding to emails from Dr.Kim and research assistants.
• Assign a weekly issue to work on for the week, or hot fixes for any issue that occurs in the programs.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining the cognitive games that are used within the research studies.
• Developing and maintaining a website that contains data analysis tools for researchers.
• Develop any necessary tools that the professor and research assistants need for the research studies.
• Attend weekly meetings to discuss the development process
• Bi-weekly meetings after each cohort for debriefing meetings to receive feedback from participants.

Required Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate Computer Science major.
• Must have completed Operating Systems.
• Have access to a Mac and/or Windows laptop.
• Familiarity with Git and source control management.
• Have experience with Python, JavaScript, and React.
• Have familiarity with web applications.
• Familiarity with creating Python environments (conda).
• Familiarity with sprints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Have experience with web development.
• Familiarity with TypeScript is a plus.
• Familiarity with Firebase.
• Familiarity with Tabby.

Salary Range
$21.00 hourly
Working Conditions

• Weekly meetings with Dr.Kim, other programmers, and research assistants on Zoom.
• Repetitive use of your laptop during the week for programming.
• Receiving and responding to emails from Dr.Kim and research assistants.
• Assign a weekly issue to work on for the week, or hot fixes for any issue that occurs in the programs.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Transcript

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Employment Eligibility:
Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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