Research Study Coordinator

Job Description

The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

Job Description Summary

The Department of Psychology has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time (100% FTE) Research Study Coordinator 1. The Research Study Coordinator will coordinate the operations of the Language, Cognition, and Development Lab, which studies interactions between language, memory, and conceptual development in infants, children, and adults. The desired start date is June 15, 2026, with some flexibility. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of extending up to an additional 12 months contingent on continued funding.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinating data collection and subject recruitment

• Recruiting, interviewing and screening potential subjects and determining eligibility according to approved protocol

• Designing and running behavioral and eye tracking studies with infants, children, and adults

• Developing and maintaining administration systems

• Overseeing undergraduate research assistants

• Maintaining study protocols and communicating with the Institutional Review Board

• Contributing to research reports, proposals, and presentations

Minimum Requirements

• Two years of college level course work in a relevant academic area AND two years of experience as a Research Study Assistant OR equivalent education/experience.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Additional Requirements

• Previous experience with children

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, cognitive science, or related field

• Experience with computer programming (e.g.,Python, PsychoPy, R), eye tracking, web design, and/or video editing

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .