Research Assistant I

The Psychology Applied Research Center (PARC) in the Department of Psychological Sciences at LMU is seeking a research assistant (RA1) to support community partnered research project, such as Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s People, Parks, and Power (P3) national grantmaking initiative focused on park and green space equity. The RA will work under the supervision of senior team members Drs. Grills, Villanueva, Terry, and Ramirez.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities 

• Assist with the collection, entry, and cleaning of quantitative and/or qualitative data, and conducts basic data analysis or thematic coding.

• Assists with managing quantitative or qualitative data (including quality control), and develops and maintains electronic codebooks of all databases.

• Supervises student workers on research tasks (e.g., accessing data storage systems, using lab software, completing data entry or transcription tasks)

• Transcribes audio and video data to translate into quantitative metrics.

• Assist senior researchers with creating sophisticated PowerPoint or CANVA presentations, synthesize literature and assist with development of instruments/measures.

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university.  Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.  Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

• Typically a Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Sociology or Political Science or related field or equivalent experience.  Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of methods used in the lab as well as regulation/policy changes.

• Previous psychological or educational research work experience in an academic or other research setting.

• Previous research experience and some experience with quantitative or qualitative research skills, including knowledge of statistics.

• Strong organizational skills and a track record of working collaboratively with others in professional or extracurricular settings.

• Ability to be highly organized to facilitate record-keeping, data management, managing multiple responsibilities and collaboration with student research assistants. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• High intrinsic motivation and excellent self-management. Ability to take responsibility in meeting deadlines and making progress without direct supervision. 

• Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral). 

• Demonstrated computer competency and preferably knowledgeable of SPSS, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and some experience with Qualtrics and/or CANVA.

For full consideration, please provide the following:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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Staff Term (Fixed Term)

Salary range

$21.68 - $26.01 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)