Research Associate II
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
General Notes
The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Dell Medical School is seeking a Research Associate II.
This is a temporary position with an end date of August 31, 2026, renewable based on funding availability, work performance, and progress toward research goals. The role may require work during weekends and/or outside of normal business hours.
Purpose
Assist an interdisciplinary research team in the Bipolar Disorder Center / Almeida lab at Dell Medical School, Department of Psychiatry and Behavior Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin with collecting and analyzing psychological and neuroimaging measures for the bipolar and major depressive disorder population.
Responsibilities
Develop, collect, conduct, and analyze research projects including psychological measures using standard interviews (self-report and/or clinician based) and neuroimaging measures as part of a team of faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate assistants.
Assist with data entry and database management.
Assist with IRB submission & management
Review medical records and conduct screenings for study recruitment. Execute data collection procedure and assessment and assist with subject recruitment, including obtaining consent of research subjects.
Help with subject management, scheduling and reimbursement. Provide exceptional support to research subjects via phone, email, etc.
Assist with manuscripts and publications (authorship will depend on candidate's initiative).
Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two years of research experience in psychiatry, psychology, public health, social work, counseling, or related discipline. Compassionate with a professional demeanor, showing tact and respect at all times. Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various delicate, formal, or urgent situations.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills and excellent attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work well with a culturally diverse group of faculty, staff, and students, including the willingness and ability to train and oversee undergraduate and graduate students.
Must be comfortable interacting in an interdisciplinary setting and interacting with people living serious mental illness. Experience with data entry and/or data management, ideally in REDCap.
Strong computer skills with a variety of programs.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree with relevant laboratory experience in clinical research and/or mental/behavioral health field.
Experience with obtaining neuroimaging measures (MRI, EEG, etc) and/or administering neuromodulatory interventions (TMS, etc.).
Experience designing and managing REDCap database.
Experience with quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis.
Experience with analyzing psychological and neuroimaging measures for the bipolar and major depressive disorder population.
Prior experience with peer-review manuscript preparation and/or presenting at research conferences.
Experience communicating with/submitting to/preparing documents for institutional review boards (IRBs).
Phlebotomy experience & certification, biospecimen processing/shipping. Experience collecting vitals and ECG data from humans.
Salary Range
$45,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work around chemical fumes
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
May work around chemicals
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Climbing of stairs
Climbing of ladders
Lifting and moving
Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines
This position is based on-campus and requires regular on-site attendance during the scheduled work week.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Bipolar Disorder Center Research Associate II
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
General Notes
This is a temporary position with a scheduled end date of August 15, 2026. Continuation beyond this date is contingent upon the availability of funding, demonstrated work performance, and satisfactory progress toward established goals.
This role requires flexibility to work evenings and/or weekends as needed to support departmental needs.
Purpose
Assist an interdisciplinary research team in the Bipolar Disorder Center / Almeida lab at Dell Medical School, Department of Psychiatry and Behavior Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin with collecting and analyzing psychological and neuroimaging measures for the bipolar and major depressive disorder population.
Responsibilities
Develop, collect, conduct, and analyze research projects including psychological measures using standard interviews (self-report and/or clinician based) and neuroimaging measures as part of a team of faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate assistants.
Assist with data entry and database management.
Assist with IRB submission & management
Review medical records and conduct screenings for study recruitment. Execute data collection procedure and assessment and assist with subject recruitment, including obtaining consent of research subjects.
Help with subject management, scheduling and reimbursement. Provide exceptional and tactful support to research subjects via phone, email, etc.
Assist with manuscripts and publications (authorship will depend on candidate's initiative).
Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two years of research experience in psychiatry, psychology, public health, social work, counseling, or related discipline.
Compassionate with a professional demeanor, showing tact and respect at all times.
Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various delicate, formal, or urgent situations.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills and excellent attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work well with a broad group of individuals including faculty, staff, and students, including the willingness and ability to train and oversee undergraduate and graduate students.
Must be comfortable interacting in an interdisciplinary setting and interacting with people living serious mental illness.
Experience with obtaining and/or analyzing neuroimaging measures (MRI, EEG, etc.) and/or administering neuromodulatory interventions (TMS, etc.).
Experience with data entry, ideally in REDCap.
Strong computer skills with a variety of programs.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree with relevant laboratory experience in clinical research and/or mental/behavioral health field.
Experience designing and managing REDCap database.
Experience with quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis.
Experience with analyzing psychological and neuroimaging measures for the bipolar and major depressive disorder population.
Prior experience with peer-review manuscript preparation and/or presenting at research conferences.
Experience communicating with/submitting to/preparing documents for institutional review boards (IRBs).
Phlebotomy experience & certification, biospecimen processing/shipping. Experience collecting vitals and ECG data from humans.
Salary Range
$45,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work around chemical fumes
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
May work around chemicals
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Climbing of stairs
Climbing of ladders
Lifting and moving
Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines
This position will require working on weekends and/or after normal business hours.
This position will be assigned on-campus with an expectation to report to work on-site during the scheduled work week. As a reminder, COVID-19 social distancing and safety guidelines are in place, and employees will be expected to comply with the safety protocol as outlined.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead - Lab AdminGeneral (San Marcos)
Research assistant job in San Marcos, TX
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital San Marcos, which originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive location in 1983.Our staffof more than 700 Associatesworkswith more than 300 active and consulting physicians to provide quality services to patients and their families. For more than 20 consecutive years, we have been named The Best Hospital in Hays County in the annual Best of Hays publication released by the San Marcos Daily Record. In addition to interventional cardiac services, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital San Marcos is a Certified Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. We lead the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery andoffersa variety of specialty care services including medical imaging, rehabilitation, hospice, womens services and more.
Summary:
Responsible for the direct oversight of daily operations and testing of assigned section including staffing, procedures, policies, and quality improvement. Collaborates with other section team leaders to meet departmental goals.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Responsible for organizing, planning, directing, evaluating, and providing general oversight for all laboratory operations within designated section which includes outreach services, computer operations, pre and post analytic testing, associate safety and equipment / supply inventory expense control.
Provide essential leadership and administrative support to laboratory associates.
Ensures standards of care are consistent with the CHRISTUS Health Mission and all regulatory requirements.
Work closely with hospital administration to facilitate the achievement of the departmental goals.
Promote the development of associates and process improvement initiatives to maintain quality, cost-effective services and patient, physician, and associate satisfaction.
Supports CHRISTUS Health by assuming any other responsibilities that are mutually agreed upon to ensure the effective functioning of the CHRISTUS Health ministry.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
Bachelors Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U.S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks).
OR
Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelors degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
OR
Meets the educational requirements of a Medical Laboratory Technician II (MLT-II).
Experience
3 years of full-time primary laboratory experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) in moderate/high complexity testing for the specific section/area of responsibility required.
5 years of full-time primary laboratory experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) in moderate/high complexity testing for the specific section/area of responsibility preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS.
If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current.
Louisiana requires State Licensure.
Work Schedule:
7AM - 5PM
Work Type:
Full Time
Research Scientist Intern, Silicon Performance Architecture (PhD)
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
Reality Labs (RL) focuses on delivering Meta's vision through AI-first devices that leverage Mixed Reality (MR) and Augmented Reality (AR). The compute performance and power efficiency requirements of Mixed and Augmented Reality require custom silicon. Reality Labs Silicon team is driving the state of the art forward with highly integrated SoCs that leverage breakthrough work in computer vision, machine learning, mixed reality, graphics, displays, sensors, and new ways to map the human body. Our chips will enable AR & MR devices that blend our real and virtual worlds throughout the day. We believe the only way to achieve our goals is to look at the entire stack, from transistors, through architecture, firmware, and algorithms.We are seeking research interns with a background in Performance Modeling, Performance Simulation Methodologies, and Computer Architecture to improve our performance modeling collateral and use those models to guide the architecture of AR/MR silicon.Our internships are twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) weeks long and we have various start dates throughout the year.
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist Intern, Silicon Performance Architecture (PhD) Responsibilities:
1. Build APIs and/or custom wrappers to integrate various perf modeling components, develop test suites to formally verify the functionality and performance of the integrated models
2. Identify areas of optimization to increase the speed of simulation infrastructure either through code refactoring or code restructuring
3. Conduct performance & power explorations of various architectural components using built performance models (including blocks such as NoC, DRAM, MMUs, etc)
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
4. Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field
5. Experience with programming in C/C++ and Python (scripting)
6. Experience in computer architecture (NoC, DRAM, Cache, MMU)
7. Understanding of how to leverage performance modeling to support architectural exploration, with exposure to heterogeneous hardware architectures
8. Understanding of HW power, performance and area trade offs
9. Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
10. Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment
11. Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op
12. Experience in academic computer architecture simulators such as GEM5, SIMICS, etc
13. Publication track record in computer architecture conferences is a plus - covering areas in high performance computing, memory systems, multi-core and/or accelerator architectures (e.g., ISCA, ASPLOS, MICRO, HPCA, DAC, NOCS, ISPASS, PACT, etc.)
**Public Compensation:**
$7,313/month to $12,134/month + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
Policy Scholar
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
The Texas Public Policy Foundation seeks to hire a Policy Scholar to conduct and disseminate high-quality research and qualitative analysis to lawmakers and the public. This role engages the entirety of the Foundation's work: we therefore seek accomplished generalists who understand research methodology and credibility across domains
About TPPF:
The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit research-based think tank in Austin, Texas. Established in 1989, TPPF promotes conservative principles and develops free-market approaches to public policy challenges affecting Texans and all Americans. To achieve its mission, TPPF analyzes complex issues, creates legislative policy solutions, and advocates for those solutions at the Texas Legislature, Congress, and other public forums.
Life at TPPF:
The Foundation offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization that shapes the future of Texas & beyond through innovative thought leadership. At TPPF, you will have the opportunity to be part of an engaged team whose mission is to create a freer future for all Texans and Americans. We look for individuals who are passionate about advancing conservative public policy and embody servant leadership. With a strong belief in personal responsibility, we trust our people and want to empower them to make the right decisions for the right reasons - this is why it is crucial we bring the right people on board. We value our team and work to cultivate a culture of hard work, entrepreneurship, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration. As a team, we support one another and strive to create an environment in which our team members are inspired to excel, motivated to innovate, and empowered to be servant leaders for the cause of liberty.
The Role:Description:
The ideal candidate for this role is inquisitive and entrepreneurial, with a demonstrated track record of achievement in multiple spheres.
The Policy Scholars will form a corps of informed and effective individuals within the Foundation, tasked with tackling projects on an as-needed basis. They will be called upon to work with peers across the Foundation, so personal and professional flexibility are musts.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Conduct original research and quantitative analysis on a variety of public policy issues
Produce high-quality scholarship, with the aim of academic publication
Educate lawmakers and members of the public on Foundation research
Provide formal testimony to local, state, and federal entities
Take advantage of both internal and external ongoing development opportunities
Represent the Foundation in media as required
Qualifications:
Two or more years of experience in policy-related research
Demonstrable ability to produce top-tier academic research
Strong research and writing abilities
Strong quantitative-analysis skillset, including experience with statistical software packages like SPSS, Stata, R, and the like
Benefits at TPPF:
TPPF values our team members and strives to provide a comprehensive benefits package so that our people can focus on achieving the mission. We offer competitive salaries and excellent health insurance, for staff & dependents. In addition, we have generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policies, including holidays and parental leave, and retirement contribution matching.
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Austin, Texas, United States
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Research Intern, PhD, Summer 2026
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
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Timing on when you can hear back will vary and can take upwards of 90+ days. If you haven't heard from us in three months about an application, we likely proceeded with other candidates for that particular role. However, our recruiters might reach out if we find a different potential match for your skills, interests, and experience.
Participation in the internship program requires that you are located in the United States for the duration of the internship program.
This internship is intended for students in their penultimate academic year, who are pursuing a PhD degree program in Computer Science or a related field. If you are in an earlier academic year we encourage you to apply to the Student Researcher openings.
Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for this internship program.
To start the application process, you will need an updated CV or resume and a current unofficial or official transcript in English. Click on the "Apply" button on this page and provide the required materials in the appropriate sections (PDFs preferred):
1. In the "Resume Section:" attach an updated CV or resume.
+ Please ensure your anticipated graduation date (in MM/YY) is listed on the resume.
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+ Under "Degree Status," select "Now attending" to upload a transcript.
This role may also be located in our Playa Vista, CA campus.
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: **Mountain View, CA, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; Cambridge, MA, USA; Bellevue, WA, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; Irvine, CA, USA; Kirkland, WA, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Madison, WI, USA; New York, NY, USA; Palo Alto, CA, USA; Portland, OR, USA; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Raleigh, NC, USA; Durham, NC, USA; Reston, VA, USA; Redmond, WA, USA; Redwood City, CA, USA; San Diego, CA, USA; Goleta, CA, USA; San Bruno, CA, USA; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Jose, CA, USA; Santa Cruz, CA, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA** .
**Minimum qualifications:**
+ Currently enrolled in a PhD degree in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Natural Sciences, or related technical field.
+ Experience in one area of computer science (e.g., Natural Language Understanding, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Algorithmic Foundations of Optimization, Quantum Information Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or similar areas).
**Preferred qualifications:**
+ Currently attending a degree program in the US and available to work full time for 12 weeks outside of university term time.
+ Penultimate academic year or returning to a degree program after completion of the internship.
+ Experience as a researcher, including internships, full-time, or at a lab.
+ Experience contributing research communities or efforts, including publishing papers in major conferences or journals.
+ Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C/C++, etc.).
**About the job**
Join us for a full-time, 12-14 week paid internship that offers personal and professional development, an executive speaker series, and community-building. Research happens across Google everyday, in many different teams. Our research has already impacted user-facing services across Google, including Search, Maps, and Google Now, and is central to the success of Google Cloud and our planet-scale computing, storage, and networking infrastructure.
Research Interns work closely with Engineers to discover, invent, and build at the largest scale. From creating experiments and prototyping implementations to designing architectures, Research Interns work on challenges in artificial intelligence, machine perception, data mining, machine learning, natural language understanding, privacy, computer architecture, networking, operating systems, storage and data management, and more.
Google Research addresses challenges that define the technology of today and tomorrow. From conducting fundamental research to influencing product development, our research teams have the opportunity to impact technology used by billions of people every day.
Our teams aspire to make discoveries that impact everyone, and core to our approach is sharing our research and tools to fuel progress in the field -- we publish regularly in academic journals, release projects as open source, and apply research to Google products.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $113,000-$150,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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Quantitative Research Intern, Bachelor's or Master's Degree (Summer 2026)
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
As a Quantitative Research Intern, you will work side-by-side with our Research Team of mathematicians, scientists and technologists, to develop and enhance the models that drive Optiver's trading. You will tackle a practical research project that has real-world impact and directly influences Optiver's trading decisions. In our business, where the markets are always evolving, you will use your skills to predict its movements.
This opportunity is also available in our Chicago office.
What you'll do:
Led by our in-house education team, you will delve into trading fundamentals and engage in research projects that make a real difference. You will be paired with one of Optiver's seasoned researchers, providing you exposure to a variety of research areas, including:
* Using statistical models and machine learning to develop trading algorithms.
* Leveraging big data technologies to analyze high-frequency trading strategies, market microstructure, and financial instruments to identify trading opportunities.
* Building stochastic models to determine the fair value of financial derivatives.
* Combining quantitative analysis and high-performance implementation to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of pricing engines and libraries.
What you'll get:
You'll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem-solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you'll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, collectively tackling some of the toughest challenges in the financial markets.
In addition, you'll receive:
* The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
* The opportunity to earn a return internship or full-time offer in Chicago, Austin, New York City, or Amsterdam based on performance
* A highly-competitive internship compensation package
* Optiver-covered flights, living accommodations, and commuting stipends
* Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more
Who you are:
* Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics or a related STEM field with outstanding academic performance
* Expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2028
* Available to intern during Summer 2026
* Open to full-time opportunities upon graduation in 2027 or 2028
* Solid foundation in mathematics, probability, and statistics
* Excellent research, analytical, and modeling skills
* Independent research experience
* Proficiency in any programming language
* Experience in machine learning, with practical applications in time-series analysis and pattern recognition
* Strong interest in working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
* Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
Who we are:
At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and stabilising the market no matter the conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we prioritise safeguarding the health and efficiency of the markets for all participants. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a respected partner on 100+ exchanges across the globe.
Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
Optiver is supportive of US immigration sponsorship for this role.
* We accept one application per role per year. If you have previously applied to this position during this season and have been unsuccessful, you can reapply once the next recruitment season begins in 2026.
Quantitative Research Intern, PhD (Summer 2026)
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
As a Quantitative Research Intern, you will work side-by-side with our Research Team of mathematicians, scientists and technologists, to develop and enhance the models that drive Optiver's trading. You will tackle a practical research project that has real-world impact and directly influences Optiver's trading decisions. In our business, where the markets are always evolving, you will use your skills to predict its movements.
This opportunity is also available in our Chicago office.
What you'll do:
Led by our in-house education team, you will delve into trading fundamentals and engage in a research project that makes a real-world impact. You will be paired with one of Optiver's seasoned researchers, providing you exposure to a variety of research areas, including:
Using statistical models and machine learning to develop trading algorithms.
Leveraging big data technologies to analyze high-frequency trading strategies, market microstructure, and financial instruments to identify trading opportunities.
Building stochastic models to determine the fair value of financial derivatives.
Combining quantitative analysis and high-performance implementation to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of pricing engines and libraries.
What you'll get:
You'll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem-solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you'll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, collectively tackling some of the toughest challenges in the financial markets.
In addition, you'll receive:
The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
The opportunity to earn a return internship or full-time offer in Chicago, Austin, New York City, or Amsterdam based on performance
A highly-competitive internship compensation package
Optiver-covered flights, living accommodations, and commuting stipends
Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more
Who you are:
Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics or a related STEM field with outstanding academic performance
Expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2028
Available to intern during Summer 2026
Open to full-time opportunities upon graduation in 2027 or 2028
Solid foundation in mathematics, probability, and statistics
Excellent research, analytical, and modeling skills
Independent research experience
Proficiency in any programming language
Experience in machine learning, with practical applications in time-series analysis and pattern recognition
Strong interest in working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
Who we are:
At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and stabilising the market no matter the conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we prioritise safeguarding the health and efficiency of the markets for all participants. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a respected partner on 100+ exchanges across the globe.
Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
Optiver is supportive of US immigration sponsorship for this role.
*We accept one application per role per year. If you have previously applied to this position during this season and have been unsuccessful, you can reapply once the next recruitment season begins in 2026.
Auto-Apply2026 Entry Level Quant Researcher - Austin
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
The Role We are seeking exceptional graduate to join our Quantitative Research team in the Austin metro area. As a Quant Researcher you will work with other researchers and developers on various research projects, including the design of novel predictive signals and the enhancement of our algorithms for prediction, trade execution, portfolio construction, risk management, among others. You will have an opportunity to meaningfully contribute to multiple facets of running a successful quantitative trading business and help it grow and diversify. This is a high‑impact role with clear ownership, mentorship, and visibility.
What you'll do
Depending on the portfolio manager team you join, as a Quantitative Researcher you will be directly responsible for furthering our alpha research. You will gain insight into quantitative techniques and their benefits. You will identify compelling differentiating factors, design novel predictive signals, backtest & validate hypotheses. You will have the opportunity to apply cutting edge AI tools to enhance your coding and analysis productivity. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with senior team members to expand your skills.
What you need:
• A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in a quantitative or technical field such as statistics, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or computer science (ideally with one year left in your academic program)
• Excellent programming skills in languages such as Python, C, C++, Java, SQL, or R
• Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g., machine learning, time-series analysis and forecasting, pattern recognition, NLP).
• The ability to communicate research ideas clearly and succinctly
• Creative problem-solving skills and experience working with real-world datasets
• Strong attention to detail
• Previous financial industry experience is a plus but it is not required
Who We Are
Schonfeld Strategic Advisors is a global multi-strategy, multi-manager investment platform that harnesses the transformative power of people to perform in all market environments. Our dynamic culture inspires better outcomes for our team, our investors, and our partners. We aim to consistently deliver risk-adjusted returns, with people driving performance.
We specialize in four core strategies: Quantitative Trading, Fundamental Equity, Tactical Trading, and Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income. We capitalize on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets, drawing from a significant investment in proprietary technology, infrastructure, and risk analytics.
We invest through internal portfolio managers and external partner funds, pursuing alignment among investors, investment professionals, and the firm. Our footprint spans 7 countries and 19 offices.
Our Culture
Talent is our strategy. We believe our success is because of our people, so putting our talent above all else is our top priority. We are teamwork-oriented, collaborative, and encourage ideas-at all levels-to be shared. As an organization committed to investing in our people, we provide learning & educational offerings and opportunities to make an impact.
We foster a sense of belonging among all of our employees with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the forefront of this mission. Our employees value diversity across identity, thought, people and perspective which serves as the foundation of our culture. As a firm, we are committed to creating a hiring process that is fair, welcoming and supportive.
Auto-ApplyDental Hygienist: Dr. Raymond's Office/ Westlake
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
Dental Hygienist Opportunity 🦷
Schedule: Monday-Thursday Salary: (denpending on experience) Employment Type: Full Time
Who We Are We believe in creating a caring and professional environment for our patients and staff.
We're currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about dental health and patient care.
Your Role🌟
Performing thorough dental cleanings and oral examinations.
Educating and advising patients on optimal oral hygiene practices.
Taking and developing dental radiographs (X-rays).
Assisting in the prevention and control of dental caries (decay) and gum disease.
Maintaining patient dental records and documenting treatment.
What You Bring to the Team 🌟
Valid Dental Hygienist license.
Excellent clinical and communication skills.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
A commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
Team-oriented mindset with a positive and professional demeanor.
Why Join Our Team 🌟
A positive, patient-centered work environment.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
A culture that values teamwork, integrity, and excellence in care.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
It is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Join us and help us brighten smiles in our community! ✨
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Research Assistant
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
Job Title Research Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Soil & Crop Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary $15.00 hourly Job Type Staff Job Description Research Assistant Performs skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project.
General responsibilities:
* Assists with the design, planning, and coordination of experiments in support of various research projects including field, greenhouse, and laboratory studies.
* Manages and coordinates various research projects as needed.
* Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research, and maintains detailed records of data.
* Uses field, lab, or technical equipment to collect data, organize data sets, and prepare reports.
* Evaluates and summarizes results.
* Assists in maintaining financial accounts and other clerical tasks related to research projects.
* Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research with various day to day activities.
* Installs, operates, maintains, and/or repairs research equipment.
* Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
* Assists in ordering supplies for office and research use.
* Maintains and updates inventories.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
Specific responsibilities:
* The candidate will assist with the design and execution of various experiments. Research will involve field, greenhouse and laboratory experiments related to the area of weed science. An ability to multi-task and oversee several research projects and associated activities is essential. The candidate will interact and collaborate with other Texas A&M system scientists.
* It is expected that the candidate will co-ordinate and manage various research projects and personnel in the weed science program. Further, the candidate will assist the program with communications, accounting, report preparations and other administrative duties as assigned. A strong work ethic, an ability to work as part of a multi-cultural team and strong communication skills are essential. The position involves travel to research stations with some occasional overnight stays.
Education and Experience:
Required:
* The successful candidate will already have or in the process of completing a BS in weed science, agronomy, biology, physiology or a relevant field.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred:
* An MS in weed science, agronomy, biology, physiology or a relevant field
* A pesticide applicator license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required:
Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment. Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
Preferred:
Knowledge of greenhouse, laboratory and field research involving plant-herbicide interactions and herbicide resistance mechanisms.
Please attach to your completed application:
Resume
List of references (3) with email and daytime phone number
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Auto-ApplyResearch Specialist - Torii Lab
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
Primary Work Address: 2500 Speedway, Austin, TX, 78712Current HHMI Employees, click here to apply via your Workday account.
About the Lab
We are currently seeking a proactive Research Specialist to support the lab of Dr. Keiko Torii at the University of Texas at Austin in Austin, Texas.
The Torii lab studies how functional tissue patterns are formed during plant development. We have uncovered key genes, regulatory networks, and signal transduction pathways underpinning the patterning and differentiation of stomata, cellular valves that support our life and sustenance. We are now expanding our research to uncover how environmental stress conditions impact stomatal patterning and differentiation by utilizing transcriptomic and epigenomic, and single cell approaches -work that has broad implications for agricultural sustainability in a changing climate.
Learn more about the Torii Lab here: ******************************
About the Role
This role is approximately 80% research-focused and 20% management-focused, offering a unique balance between independent scientific work and lab operations leadership.
The successful candidate will conduct high-resolution NGS-based analyses to investigate environmental and hormonal control of plant stem cell differentiation. You should be proficient in bulk and single-cell RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, and/or ATAC-seq analyses and standard bioinformatics pipelines. Experience with plant sample preparation and related molecular techniques is highly desirable.
In addition to hands-on research, the Research Specialist will collaborate closely with the PI and lab members to train staff in experimental and computational NGS pipelines, coordinate data management with the Texas Advanced Computing Center, and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative lab culture.
What We Provide
A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits
The opportunity to work at a premier research institution as part of HHMI's national network of scientists
Hands-on experience that builds management and leadership skills within a high-performing research group
The chance to develop and refine administrative and operational skills, including coordination with HHMI and UT Austin research support teams
The opportunity to present research at lab meetings and conferences
The potential, when applicable, to contribute to authorship on scientific manuscripts
What You'll Do
Research (80%)
Lead and support research projects using bulk and single-cell sequencing, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, and related genome-wide profiling approaches
Perform bioinformatic and computational analyses of cell-state transitions, environmental adaptation, and gene regulation using advanced pipelines
Conduct molecular and biochemical experiments as needed to support ongoing projects
Organize and manage day-to-day operations of the lab's plant science research program
Present findings in lab meetings, and, as appropriate, at regional, national, or international conferences
Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and other publications
Collaborate with the PI to respond to emergent operational needs (e.g., facility or equipment issues)
Lab Management (20%)
Maintain computational pipelines, organize NGS data, and oversee data storage and repository submissions
Coordinate equipment operation, maintenance, and vendor communications for repairs and training
Maintain documentation, including SOPs, chemical and stock inventories, and personnel training records
Ensure data management and NGS submissions meet compliance standards
Train new lab members in bioinformatics workflows and wet-lab protocols related to transcriptomic and epigenomic studies
What You Bring
PhD in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Structural Biology, Plant Biology, or a related discipline
Proven proficiency in bioinformatics, genomics, transcriptomics, and/or single-cell biology
At least one first-author or major-contributor research publication in a relevant field demonstrating independence
Experience training and mentoring lab personnel on protocols and workflows
Strong ability to supervise, guide, and provide constructive feedback
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills, with high attention to detail
Strong sense of responsibility, ethics, and scientific integrity
Effective communication, teamwork, and time management skills
Working knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and best practices
Physical Requirements
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances or other hazardous materials.
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
Compensation Range
$74,500.00 (minimum) - $93,151.76 (midpoint) - $121,100.00 (maximum)
Pay Type:
Annual
HHMI's salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal consistency when making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.
HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
Auto-ApplyAssistant Research Scientist- Ecosystem Modeling
Research assistant job in Temple, TX
Job Title
Assistant Research Scientist- Ecosystem Modeling
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Temple
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
About Texas A&M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
Texas A&M Forest Service
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
Click here to learn more about how
you
can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
Position Information
The Assistant Research Scientist will be responsible for assisting in the development and application of EPIC/APEX model-based soil carbon modeling frameworks for improving agroecosystem sustainability. This position will assist a team of ecosystem modeling scientists to perform process-based ecosystem models based research and develop decision support systems. This position will also assist in writing python/R programming scripts to optimize processing time, making the current decision support systems more efficient and reliable.
Responsibilities:
Aid in the development and application of soil carbon modeling frameworks in APEX/EPIC models.
Aid in the development of GHG modules in SWAT+/APEX/EPIC.
Integrating ML/AI with Process based modeling to develop/optimize decision support systems.
Work effectively within a modeling group comprised of ARS, AgriLife, and other personnel.
Actively participate in joint research activities. Effectively manage and complete assigned tasks.
Other job-related duties as required.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Ecology, agronomy, Geology, Environmental Science/Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related disciplines with emphasis on soil carbon modeling or agroecosystem assessment.
Some relevant professional experience.
Demonstrated publication record in agronomic/soil carbon modeling and analysis.
Interdisciplinary teamwork skills with researchers across different disciplines.
Flexibility to perform work in a team or individually with supervision.
Good communication, interpersonal skills, professionalism, and competency.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of computer models on watershed assessment and/or flood management.
Knowledge of programming or scripting languages such as Python, Fortran, R or others.
Experience in remote sensing data analysis and geographic information system.
Experience in machine learning motivated algorithms and quantitative data analysis.
Strong writing and communication skills.
What You Need to Know
Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications.
Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?
When you choose to
work
for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
Applicant Instructions
Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Auto-ApplyBespoke Futures Program - Research Analyst
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
Job Details Austin, TXDescription
Role | Research Analyst, Bespoke Futures Program
| Who are we?
Bespoke Partners is the largest firm focused exclusively on executive recruiting and leadership advisory services for software and SaaS companies in the United States.
Bespoke-placed executives have orchestrated exits and more than 425 acquisitions by their companies, totaling more than $130 billion in value.
The firm is the leadership talent partner of choice for public, private, private equity and venture backed software and SaaS companies.
Bespoke has recruited more than 1,000 top-performing leaders into private equity portfolio companies, including CEOs, CFOs, CROs, CMOs, CPOs, CTOs, CIOs, CHROs, Board Members, Operating Partners, Vice Presidents and many more.
The firm's unique, data-driven services complete searches typically half the industry average time with a 95% placement success rate. The firm's unique methodology cuts the risk of C-suite mis-hiring and identifies leaders who will accelerate growth.
At Bespoke, we don't just offer jobs; we ensure careers flourish. As the premier leadership recruiting firm in the software industry, our unwavering support and unique culture are embedded in our DNA. Join us and align your career aspirations with unparalleled rewards, meaningful work, and steadfast values.
We are living out our Values everyday at Bespoke.
Diversity & Inclusion: We embrace a culture where diversity is celebrated, and every voice is heard, fostering innovation and creativity.
Invest in Others' Success: We offer guidance, mentorship, and learning opportunities, advocating for every team member's growth.
Be Memorable: Create positive impacts with authenticity, forging strong, lasting relationships.
Inspire Growth: Embrace change, challenge norms, and champion progress with our growth mindset.
Winners Win: Optimism and resilience turn challenges into opportunities, fueling our collective success.
Unlock Your Potential at Bespoke: Your Best Career Awaits | Who Are you?
Drive. Instinct. Grit. Smarts.
Just like our search process, you are collaborative, thorough, accelerated and therefore effective. You are determined, solution-oriented and energized by exceeding your own potential. No matter your title, you lead and mentor with passion and purpose being memorable in every client and employee interaction you experience. Motivated by transparency, you thrive in a feed forward, team-first environment and continue to be laser focused on data driven and effective results.
Client Delight & Professional Collaboration: Thrive in an environment where delighting clients and collaborating with top-notch professionals fuels your career advancement.
If this sounds like you, please read on!
About the Bespoke Futures Program
Accelerate your career trajectory with opportunities to collaborate with Private Equity firms and high growth Software companies! The Bespoke Futures Program is created for high potential recent graduates to join our team and be given the support and tools needed to be successful in our space. Through early career development workshops, mentorship and key networking opportunities, you will be able to take your career to the next level.
Learning and Development: With the goal of investing in our high potential, future leaders, we have incorporated elements of learning and development through online and in person trainings, hands on workshops. Additionally, you will be given access to a platform of resources and trainings that fosters continuous growth and career development.
Mentorship: Informal mentorship can be found regularly here at Bespoke, but this program will provide formalized mentorship sessions to develop skills and achieve your professional goals. In this experience you will be paired with a mentor who can provide guidance, support, and valuable insights and perspectives.
Bespoke Voices: Empowering you with the confidence to speak in any setting, our coursework will develop your effectiveness in communication and presentation skills. Through practical exercises and real-time feedback, you will gain the tools needed to engage and persuade your audience.
Building your Network: Offering hands on, client facing experiences this will allow you to build practical skills while interacting directly with top Private Equity leaders and Executive Industry professionals. You will also have intentional internal networking opportunities to learn from leaders across different functional areas of the business
About The Role
The Research Analyst is the primary driver of the research strategy and execution for talent identification throughout the search process. The Research Analyst is responsible for conducting market analysis, developing research and candidate sourcing strategies, while securing strong, effective potential candidate pipelines for C-suite level functions. This role is the first impression of Bespoke and builds relationships with candidates from outreach and sourcing candidates, Boolean search and diverse profiling. They align the sourcing activities and work with Search managers to understand the recruitment needs. This role works closely with Bespoke Principals and Partners during search assignments to achieve and contribute to the overall success of the search.
Duties & Responsibilities
Define and executes research strategy (through collaboration with the rest of the search team) for search engagements
Continual analysis and monitoring of industry, trade publications for trends in software, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and growth equity investments to gather market insights and perspectives on talent pools
Ensures research projects associated with search assignments are effective and completed, including ongoing monitoring of candidate progress, implementing communication plans, and harvesting relevant data; including the preparations of search update reports and drafting meeting notes
Builds talent pools of specific candidate profiles that fit search functions and client requirements through the identification of appropriate target organizations and channels using existing internal and external resources
Measures and monitors the effectiveness of the strategic sourcing framework against predefined outcomes
Performs queries of the Bespoke Partners (BP) database to discover candidate information such as compensation data, location data, and proprietary assessment data
Supporting business development efforts by conducting market research and compiling key information on target company and competitors
Develop skills to serve as an industry or field subject matter in software, private equity and human capital
And other tasks, projects, or duties as required of the position
If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, connect with us to join the Bespoke Partners team today!
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Bespoke Partners strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Total Rewards Beyond Compare
World-Class Health and Welfare Benefits: Top-tier benefits for you and your dependents, emphasizing mental health and work-life balance.
Earnings That Soar: Our reward culture ensures your earnings consistently outperform industry benchmarks.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Bespoke Partners recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Bespoke Partners may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
Qualifications
Requirements
Strong project management skills, ability to employ critical thinking and analysis, and proven success in creative problem solving
Metrics-driven working style with a knack for compiling, interpreting, and articulating data
Able to present and communicate information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences
Must be comfortable with using reference materials, databases, online services, and internet searching tools
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with senior-level leaders
Results-oriented mindset with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced consulting environment
Previous internship experience is preferred
Boolean search logic experience preferred
Research Assistant
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
Job Posting Title: Research Assistant * --- Hiring Department: Department of Population Health * --- All Applicants * --- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 * --- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt * --- * --- Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2026
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
This position is a fixed one-year term renewable based on performance, business need and available funding.
Under the supervision of the study coordinator, the Research Assistant supports faculty members in the Departments of Population Health in conducting research related to asthma, allergies, COPD, and environmental health. Fluency in Spanish required.
Purpose
The Research Assistant supports the research team by recruiting, collecting and organizing data, and maintaining accurate records. Key responsibilities include recruitment, data collection, specimen processing, quality control, and assisting in the preparation of research reports. At the direction of the research coordinator, provide day-to-day project assistance to the study team. This position is integral to ensuring the integrity and quality of research projects.
Responsibilities
Recruitment and Primary Contact for Study Participants
* Reviews health information from participants' electronic health records to screen for eligibility.
* Screens and recruits study participants
* Conducts informed consent process with eligible research participants
* Schedules and confirms all study visits with participants
Data Collection and Quality Control
* Conducts home study visits, participant interviews, and measurements.
* Collect clinical data and samples, including lung function tests, lung inflammation tests, blood samples, allergy tests, nasal samples, and measurements of height and weight.
* Performs home visits to collect environmental samples, such as vacuumed dust and airborne dust
* Reviews data using software including RedCap, Excel, project specific websites, and other software and databases to enter data and track study activities.
* Follows established protocols and guidelines
* Maintains study databases and ensures data integrity and accuracy.
Study Materials and Protocol Compliance
* Develops and provides, with supervision from research coordinator, participant education material, notifications to participants, and standard operating procedures.
* Monitors compliance with safety and ethical standards.
* Prepares and tracks participant sample results and notifications.
* Assist in designing manuals for research studies.
* Tracks study participation and retention over time.
Administrative Support
* Prepares weekly activity report for team meetings.
* Manages research-related correspondence.
* Assist in orders supplies and maintaining inventories.
* Monitors website inquiries and resolves issues.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
Equipment Maintenance
* Calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment.
* Troubleshoots technical issues as needed.
Training
* Assists in providing guidance to undergraduate students or interns.
* Assists in training new research staff.
* Performs related duties as required.
Other Job Duties may apply as assigned
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
* Demonstrated organizational skills.
* Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to discuss personal topics with research participants in a compassionate, sensitive manner with an understanding of the ethical as well as HIPAA requirements.
* Demonstrated detail orientation, ability to follow-through, and strong problem-solving skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word and willingness to learn other technologies as necessary.
* Ability to work independently and on a team.
* Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with an approachable and engaging demeanor.
* Effectively builds rapport and communicates with broad populations in one-on-one research settings.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. Fluent in Spanish. Experience working in a medical or scientific research setting, or comparable health-or social services-oriented organization. Access to a car for traveling to locations on/off campus including participant homes and partner organization health clinics. Finalist is required to complete Ascension Seton Research Affiliate application and UT Health Worklife Screening process, part of this involves proof of and/or completion of immunizations for our affiliates approval. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Phlebotomy. Certification from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA).
Salary Range
$38,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
* May work around standard office conditions
* May work around biohazards
* Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
* Climbing of stairs
* Field work as necessary
Required Materials
* Resume/CV
* 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
* Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
* E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
* Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
* Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Research Assistant
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
Job Title Research Assistant Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department Citrus Center Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Type Staff Job Description Perform independent or supervisory roles in research activities that require an advanced level of knowledge in a scientific field. These roles are predominantly intellectual and varied in nature, necessitating consistent use of discretion and judgment. Performs skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project. This is a grant funded position for one year and continuation of the position beyond one year is contingent upon continuation of funding.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Assists in the design, plan, and coordination of experiments in support of various research projects.
* Participates in field and greenhouse experiments.
* Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed records of data.
* Uses computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
* Evaluates and summarizes results.
* Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
* Installs, operates, maintains, and/or repairs research equipment.
* Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
* Perform PCR, gel electrophoresis, nucleic acid extraction, and other molecular biology techniques.
* Perform fungal isolations from field samples
* Evaluate the efficacy of products and beneficial microbes in suppressing citrus diseases in field conditions, and maintain plants in the greenhouse.
Minimum Requirements
Education - Bachelor's degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of - Knowledge of greenhouse and orchard management practices.
Knowledge of - Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
Skills in - Skill in lab and field experience in research projects related to plant sciences.
Ability to - Ability to effectively use a computer and applicable software to create databases, present data, and perform other computer-related tasks.
Ability to - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Auto-ApplyAcademy Social Skills BCBA
Research assistant job in Round Rock, TX
APPLICATIONS ARE REVIEWED DAILY. YOU CAN EXPECT A RESPONSE WITHIN 24 HOURS.
Why ABC?
1. Our Patients: an intentional focus on small caseloads with a compassionate care approach.
2. Our Culture: ABC Core Values are more than just words on a wall. It's how we strive to live everyday.
3. Our Community: We ground ourselves in our WHY and the impact we have on the lives of others.
Total Compensation Package from $84,000 to $119,000 annually. Opportunity to earn MORE based on center size, mentorship of RBT's and supervision of assigned trainees.
Your total compensation consists of a competitive base salary, performance bonuses, mentorship bonuses, and long-term ownership in the company.
*BCBA's become eligible for long-term ownership upon promotion to the Sr. BCBA role. All other roles eligible.
Monthly Performance Bonuses: Bonuses are uncapped and start at just 26 hours of treatment delivery per week, meaning you'll be rewarded for your impact without waiting months to qualify.
Mentorship Bonuses: Provide supervision hours to an RBT pursuing their Master's in ABA and earn bonus pay for your guidance, oversight and impact!
Certification Bonuses: Get rewarded for each therapist who becomes certified under your supervision.
Relocation Packages available: To ease the expenses of your transition.
401(k) with Company Match: Boost your retirement potential and strengthen your financial future.
Remote, Work from Home Days: 3 days per month
Schedule: Monday-Friday, daytime hours.
Almost 30 days off in Year One: Including holidays, PTO, CEU days, and flex days-no guilt, just rest.
Manageable Caseloads: You'll support up to 8 children, so you're set up to succeed without burning out.
No Non-Compete Clauses: We believe great talent doesn't need restrictions
Transparent and Expedited Career Growth & Leadership Tracks:
Center Leadership: BCBA >Sr. BCBA>Assistant Clinical Director >Clinical Director>Sr. Clinical Director >Group Clinical Director>Regional Clinical Director
Training & Development: Join Dr. Greg Hanley's Compassionate Care Team, mentor and train clinicians in evidence‑based ABA practice
Research & Innovation: Collaborate with Dr. Linda LeBlanc at the Action Institute to advance treatment outcomes, transparency, equity, and clinical quality
Clinical Guidance: Our BCBAs are guided by our Clinical Advisory Board and Compassionate Care Team, featuring industry leading clinicians such as: Dr. Charna Mintz, Dr. Greg Hanley, Dr. Linda LeBlanc, Dr. Patricia Wright, Dr. Dorothea Lerman, Dr. Malika Pritchett, Dr. Mahshid Ghaemmaghami, and Dr. Anthony Cammilleri
Continuing Education: A minimum of 10+ free CEUs per year in-house, extra funds to attend additional training courses, and 2 paid days off to use for CEU events.
Health Benefits: Best-in-class Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Savings Account and Health Savings Account options
Family Support: Up to $3,000 in maternity/paternity financial assistance plus short-term disability options that can equate to 8 weeks of paid paternity leave.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Each year we contribute additional dollars to help you pay off your student loans.
Unique Perks: First Stop Virtual Health for you and up to 7 household members, CALM membership for you and your family, Door Dash Pass, MilkStork access to ship home breast milk while traveling, a SNOO smart sleeper for new parents, and more.
Your Role
Develop Treatment Plans that are clinically sound and engaging
Supervise and Mentor RBTs to support consistent, high-quality care
Collaborate with Families to set goals, track progress, and celebrate growth
Deliver Evidence-Based Therapy in a supportive, play-focused environment
ABC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Research Analyst
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
Responsibilities of the Research Analyst include data collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting to support the College's systematic and ongoing institutional effectiveness, research, reporting, and assessment activities. Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Develops and maintains a comprehensive plan for the identification, analysis, and communication of critical information and data to support the College's strategic and operational plans. Identifies, designs and executes quantitative, qualitative and survey research projects, providing input on design, development and implementation. Works with large complex data sets, including exporting/importing from various sources, cleaning data files and maintaining historical records. Prepares reports, summarizing data and analyses those present results in a clear and concise manner for multiple audiences, including the creation of clear and effective charts and tables. Maintains security of confidential student and employee information. Proofreads all reports, correspondence and statistical tables for accuracy and completeness. Maintains a variety of formats for disseminating key performance data about the College through reports, dashboards, scorecards and other methods. Extracts, manipulates, and analyzes complex data from databases such as Colleague, state and government databases, and other data repositories. Collects data, validates, designs and compiles the College's statistical handbook. Assists in developing systems specifications and reporting structures pursuant to the changing reporting requirements of state and federal government agencies, including, but not limited to THECB and IPEDS reporting. Assists in developing, updating and providing training materials to faculty, staff, and all constituents throughout the College to promote awareness and understanding in the Institutional Effectiveness processes and with collecting, interpreting and using data for further improvement. Conducts and disseminates research pertaining to best practices in educational/institutional research. Supports the accreditation process. Assists with the process for systematic review and evaluation of the planning unit per the model adopted by the College, including the development and monitoring of outcomes and plans of action for improvement based on the assessment of those outcomes and plans. Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite. Completes duties and responsibilities in compliance with college standards, policies and guidelines. Uses interpersonal skills and makes sound judgments to decide how duties and responsibilities are completed between coworkers, the supervisory chain, faculty, staff, students, and customers. Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored by Texas Southmost College ( TSC ). Promotes positive morale and teamwork within the functional unit and provides exceptional customer service to students, faculty and community. Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing; defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions; and effectively presents, as needed. Supports the values and institutional goals as defined in the College's Strategic Plan. Working hours may include evenings, holidays or weekends depending on deadline requirements and special events. Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Intern - Sterilization/Lab
Research assistant job in Harker Heights, TX
Intern.
Token & Governance Research Specialist
Research assistant job in Austin, TX
***************** is planning to bring a million developers and a billion users onchain. We need your help to make that happen. We believe that the onchain platform should be open source, free to use, and globally available. And we believe that in order to make it really work, we need all hands on deck, working together to scale in a secure, decentralized manner.
At Base, we live by our https://x.com/jessepollak/status/***********32673997, where our team rises to the challenge, embraces hard weeks, and makes small to significant personal tradeoffs when necessary to drive impact and innovation.
We are looking for a* Token & Governance Research Specialist* to join the Base Business Operations & Strategy team. In this role, you'll shape the long-term token and governance strategy for Base, ensuring it evolves as a credibly neutral, decentralized public good while maintaining its mission of building a global onchain economy. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to shape the future of Base and onchain protocols. You'll collaborate with technical, community, legal, product, and consumer-focused stakeholders to design governance systems that balance decentralization with growth.
*What you'll be doing (ie. job duties):*
* *Explore the future token and governance design on Base *- Define potential token goals and develop a phased roadmap for decentralized governance across the Base chain and ecosystem prioritizing long term growth and effectiveness.
* *Research and analyze token designs *- Explore learnings from past token efforts, analyze token economics, understand tradeoffs, create scenario analysis.
* *Create the technology to govern for billions *- Create the Base constitution and legislative processes that empower aligned contributors (Coinbase, developers, and communities) to make transparent decisions.
* *Operationalize governance systems *- Define tools, workflows, and norms for onchain governance (e.g., legislation process, onchain voting) and offchain consensus-building (e.g., expert communities, governance forums, working groups).
* *Enable and educate the community *- Create systems, documentation, and engagement channels (e.g., in-app governance portals, tutorials, or community forums) to help contributors and app users understand and participate in Base governance.
* *Collaborate with Legal + Risk Teams* - Work with internal experts to navigate regulatory and compliance considerations, ensuring decentralization evolves responsibly.
*What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):*
* *Token and governance design* - You are passionate about token economics and governance design and are willing to bring new ideas that shape designs for the unique goals of Base.
* *Project management *- Strong project management skills with experience working across stakeholders, influencing without authority, and managing complex workstreams.
* *Strategic alignment* - You're skilled at building structure from ambiguity and driving alignment across diverse stakeholders, including technical teams, external contributors, and consumer communities.
*Nice to haves:*
* *Community Engagement Experience* - Background in community management or user education in onchain contexts, especially for non-technical audiences.
* *Governance experience* - You've designed or implemented governance systems for DAOs, protocols, or public goods, with experience in strategic design and operational execution.
Position ID:P73466
*Pay Transparency Notice:* Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include bonus eligibility + equity eligibility**+ benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).
Pay Range:
$176,035-$207,100 USD
Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. For US applicants, you may view the *********************************************** in certain locations, as required by law.
Coinbase is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at accommodations***********************************
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AI Disclosure
For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI tool based on machine learning technologies to conduct initial screening interviews to qualified applicants. The tool simulates realistic interview scenarios and engages in dynamic conversation. A human recruiter will review your interview responses, provided in the form of a voice recording and/or transcript, to assess them against the qualifications and characteristics outlined in the job description.
For select roles, Coinbase is also piloting an AI interview intelligence platform to transcribe and summarize interview notes, allowing our interviewers to fully focus on you as the candidate.
*The above pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment*. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact accommodations[at]coinbase.com.