Research Associate

Texas State University

San Marcos, TX

ID: 7368120
Posted: Newly posted
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
Bachelors degree (conferred by August 2026)
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated computer software skills including experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Comfort around law enforcement training tools such as simulated handguns and rifles.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with virtual reality hardware and software applications.
Experience assisting researchers with data collection.
Database management experience
Experience with AI tools
Master’s Degree in any field
Job Description
The Research Associate position assists the research team through facilitating all aspects of data collection efforts and creating/maintaining datasets for analysis and distribution by the research team at ALERRT. Tasks include recruiting participants, operating virtual reality and vision tracking technology, collecting data via surveys, and transforming collected information into datasets.
Job Duties
1. Recruit and manage participants for scheduled studies.
2. Operate virtual reality training tools utilized during data collection efforts.
3. Operate vision tracking technology utilized during data collection efforts.
4. Create datasets from responses collected during data collection.
5. Maintain existing datasets.
6. Occasional travel to conduct data collection.
7. Other duties as assigned.