Research Associate 1 - Psychology

unitedway.miami.edu

Coral Gables, FL, US
Social psychology research methods
Data collection and analysis
Research study design and implementation
The PRIDE Lab conducts social psychological research examining racism, identity, discrimination, and social change with a mission to advance scientific understanding and real-world impact

Job Summary

  • The PRIDE Lab conducts social psychological research examining racism, identity, discrimination, and social change with a mission to advance scientific understanding and real-world impact.
  • This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain research experience before applying to PhD programs in social psychology or related fields.
  • The Research Associate 1 will support multiple research projects, manage daily lab operations, and contribute to scholarly writing, grant preparation, and public outreach.

Matching Summary

The PRIDE Lab conducts social psychological research examining racism, identity, discrimination, and social change with a mission to advance scientific understanding and real-world impact.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Social psychology research methods
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Research study design and implementation
  • Participant recruitment and compensation
  • Laboratory management and coordination
  • Statistical analysis software usage
  • IRB protocol preparation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience mentoring undergraduate students
  • Project management skills
  • Data visualization and digital design
  • Public scholarship and outreach
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Familiarity with online research platforms
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related social science
  • Preferred experience in social science research methods
  • Training in research methods and statistics
  • Experience with statistical software (R, SPSS, Stata)
  • Familiarity with research platforms (Qualtrics, Prolific, MTurk)
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Intention to pursue a PhD preferred

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