WAE - Behavioral Health Research Associate

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Job Posting Title:

WAE - Behavioral Health Research Associate

   

Position Type:

Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)

   

Department:

LSUAM COB - Public Administration - Research (Courtney N. Phillips (00088030))

   

Work Location:

3000 Business Education Rotunda

   

Pay Grade:

Temporary

   

Job Description:

The "Wages as Earned" Behavioral Health Research Associate provides entry-level research support across multiple behavioral health research initiatives led by LSU Health Affairs. This position supports applied research projects focused on behavioral health systems, public health policy, workforce development, Medicaid populations, and program evaluation. The role includes data collection and management, literature review, research coordination, stakeholder documentation, and preparation of research materials. This position is designed for early-career researchers seeking experience in applied behavioral health research in collaboration with state agencies and academic partners.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

30% -Research Support & Data Collection
-Assist with qualitative and quantitative data collection activities
-Support survey development and administration
-Conduct structured literature reviews
-Assist with data entry, cleaning, and organization
-Maintain research documentation and data logs

20% - Behavioral Health Project Coordination
-Support coordination of multiple behavioral health research projects
-Track project timelines and deliverables
-Prepare meeting materials and summary notes
-Assist with stakeholder communications

20% - Data Analysis Support
-Assist with preliminary data analysis (Excel, SPSS, R, or similar tools as appropriate)
-Support development of tables, charts, and summary visuals
-Assist with synthesis of findings for internal review

15% - Report & Brief Development
-Assist with drafting research summaries, policy briefs, and background documents
-Support development of grant reports and deliverables
-Assist with presentation development for academic and state audiences

10% - Grant & Compliance Support
-Support documentation required for grant reporting
-Assist with IRB documentation preparation (if applicable)
-Maintain organized research files

5% - Administrative Research Support
-Schedule meetings and coordinate research team communications
-Assist with file organization and document management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor's degree

Degree Substitute: LSU values skills, experience, & expertise. Candidates who have relevant exp.in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply. A degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the description.

Years of Experience: 0-2 years

Specific Experience: Academic research experience (coursework, internship, assistantship, or thesis work acceptable)
Basic experience with data organization and analysis
Strong written communication skills

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

For questions abou this position or the associated pay range, please contact Dr. Courtney Phillips, cnphillips@lsu.edu.

   

Posting Date:

March 12, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

July 12, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

   

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