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Research Assistant

University of RochesterMt. Hope Family CenterPosted Oct 23, 2026
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As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

187 Edinburgh St, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14608

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

210632 Psychology-MHFC

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 104 H

Compensation Range:

$19.04 - $26.63

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

As part of the Davies and Li lab, the Research Project Coordinator at Mt. Hope Family Center will coordinate the SPARK project. The SPARK project is designed to understand how children respond and adapt to different dimensions of interparental and family conflict. The study consists of recruiting, collecting observational, survey, eye tracking, and physiological data, and quantifying and managing the data from families with diverse backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Conduct research sessions with child and adult participants including observations, interviews, surveys, eye-tracking and physiological measurements.
  • Assist with recruitment of participants for the study
  • Code and enter research visit information and study data into project databases
  • Contact participants and schedule research visits; maintain good relations with participants and address any questions or concerns.
  • Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Associate's degree required in appropriate discipline plus 2-3 years specialized experience in related field strongly preferred
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Prior experience as a Phlebotomist preferred
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 1-2 years of research experience working with human subjects or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Word processing and data analysis software preferred
  • Familiarity and comfort with Excel, REDCap, and other databases, and statistical software such as SPSS, are preferred.  
  • Transportation of research participants to and from the Center and recruitment in the community using personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed).

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • Driver's License

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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